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2006 Novy Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "Sonoma County"

Winery: Novy

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Sonoma County"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 98% Syrah & 2% Viognier

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $19

Cases produced: 1,385

KWG Score: 90.2 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89.99-87)

Review date: November 7, 2008

Wine Review: This Syrah is sourced from 7 different vineyards in Sonoma. It is dark ruby in color and opens with a slightly earthy like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, soft, and easy to drink. Its flavor profile is a dusty raspberry. The finish is quite dry and shows building tannins that last a very long time. This is a perfect wine for steak off the grill. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: The 2006 Novy Sonoma County Syrah is perhaps the most complex offering we have offered under this label. The wine marries the diverse vineyard locations revealing black cherry, rhubarb, mint, and cocoa powder flavors. There is a distinct cedar note and also an earthy, coal like character. This is a young wine that opens up with several hours of aeration. It can be paired now with hearty dishes but will certainly benefit if tucked away in a cellar for several years.

Organic status: not organic

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