Reviews & Ratings

2006 Skylite Cellars Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "Columbia Valley"

Winery: Skylite Cellars

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Columbia Valley"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 100% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Columbia Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $28

Cases produced: 94

KWG Score: 90 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: January 20, 2012

Wine Review: I have been impressed with the wines from Skylite. This Syrah from them is just another Very Good offering from their portfolio. It is a slightly opaque and dark ruby colored Syrah. It opens with a mild black cherry bouquet with a hint of new leather and black pepper. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, smooth, and flavorful. Those flavors are a tasty melange of black cherry, mild oak, and blackberry with a hint of black pepper and spice. The finish is dry and its gentle tannins are nicely prolonged. This Syrah is very food friendly and this wine would be perfect with Theresa's meatloaf. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Deep purple with a violet edge. Voluptuous black cherries. The unique blend of terroir creates a complex and textured mouth feel with undertones of earth, oak and beets. Hints of pepper on the back with a velvety finish!

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