2008 Syrah
Winemaking Notes
The grapes were harvested between September 5th and September 15th, 2008 with an average Brix of 26.4. After 7-9 days of fermentation on the skins, the must was pressed and the resulting wine was left to finish fermentation in the tank. Aged for 4 months in a combination of new and used french oak.
Tasting Notes
The 2008 McManis Family Vineyards Syrah is dark purple in color. Blackberry, Blueberry, Maple Syrup and Chocolate are accompanied by hints of smoky meat and the slightest bit of earth. On the palate, the wine is round and filled with flavors of mixed berries. The smoke and earth promised on the nose are evident and meld with the dark berry fruit in the finish.
Technical Data:
| Alcohol: | 14.5% | | Total Acidity: | 5.95 g/L | | pH: | 3.59 | | Residual Sugar: | NA | | Appellation: | California | | Fermentation: | Stainless Steel | | Barrels: | New and Used French and American Oak | | Cases Produced: | 12000 |
McManis Family Vineyards
18700 East River Road, Ripon, CA 95366
phone: 209-599-1186 fax: 209-599-1595 © 2005 McManis Family Vineyards
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