COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Andrew Murray Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Andrew Murray Vineyards Syrah Tous les Jours 2020 is a red wine from the Central Coast AVA of California, specifically the Santa Ynez Valley. The winery, established in 1990, is a family-owned operation dedicated to Rhône varietals, with winemaker Andrew Murray at the helm. The 'Tous les Jours' designation signifies an intention for everyday enjoyment and accessibility. The 2020 vintage, despite facing challenges, is recognized for offering considerable value. The winery emphasizes sustainable farming and a philosophy of minimal intervention in its winemaking.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Tous les Jours means 'every day' in French.
Fact 02
Andrew Murray Vineyards was an early adopter of screw caps.
Fact 03
This bottling is noted as a top-selling domestic Syrah in America.
Fact 04
The winery is committed to sustainable and green business practices.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Andrew Murray Vineyards Syrah Tous les Jours involves careful extraction techniques and manual punchdowns during fermentation, which is conducted at modest temperatures for up to two weeks. Malolactic conversion takes place naturally in barrels. The wine is then aged for 18 months in barrels. The winery is committed to sustainable farming and green business practices, and was an early adopter of screw caps for all its bottlings.
