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2006 Fess Parker Winery Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "The Big Easy"

Winery: Fess Parker Winery

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "The Big Easy"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 100% Syrah

Region: Santa Barbara County

State or country: CA

Price: $39

Cases produced: 1,516

KWG Score: 92.6 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: February 1, 2010

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored syrah was recently recommended by the KWG tasting panel. It opens with a red currant bouquet with hints of black cherry and strawberry. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, smooth, and savory. The flavor profile is a ripe black currant, with notes of black licorice, black pepper, and Dr. Pepper. The finish is dry with a touch of heat and mild tingly tannins that linger slightly. The panel felt this wine would pair well with braised short ribs. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: This Syrah certainly lives up to its name offering aromas of blackberry jam, plum, blueberry, graham cracker, maple syrup and vanilla. Fruit flavors of blackberry and blueberry combine well with vanilla, toasty oak and cinnamon to create a rich and round finish.

Organic status: not organic

Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell Fess Parker 2006 Big Easy Syrah.

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