2021 Eisele Vineyard (Araujo) Syrah
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There are 290 cases of the 2021 Syrah, produced from the Alban clone and aged in 40% new French barriques, 40% used foudres and 20% amphorae. Because of the drought season, average berry weight was only one gram, versus the more typical 1.5 grams. It's a dark-hued wine, dominated by dark-fruit notes of black olives and black cherries on the nose, with hints of espresso and dried spices. In the mouth, the wine is medium to full-bodied and creamy-supple in feel, with just a touch of warmth on the lingering finish.
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Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate
About the producer
Eisele Vineyard is one of Napa’s oldest properties, first planted in the 1880s. Today owned by François Pinault of Ch. Latour, it is known for its top Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as the unique Sauvignon Blanc.