A beautiful aroma with ripe raspberry and intense dark red plums with a hint of orange peel. It is deep, robustly fresh and well-structured on the palate with perfect mouth-watering acidity.
This red blend is rich, ripe and bold. Dark cherry, with a bright snap of acidity, this wine then dives onto the palate where molasses and cinnamon linger into the finish. 63% Zinfandel, 18% Barbera, 11% Petite Sirah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Syrah
This Syrah is a co-ferment of Syrah and Viognier. One of the primary reasons for using Viognier with Syrah is that Viognier enhances the color of the Syrah. The Viognier does not dilute the Syrah, it complements the wine in both color and flavor. Viognier has a beautiful floral aroma along with tangerine and peach notes that enhances the aroma of Syrah that can include plum, cigar box, black pepper, smoked meat and bacon fat. On the mouthfeel, Viognier provides the Syrah with a silkier mouthfeel.
This full-bodied Syrah offers dense jammy blueberry flavors and hints of clove, vanilla and cocoa. Noriega Vineyards are located in the beautiful Sierra Foothills at 2400’ where the rolling hills circulate soft breezes that embrace the vineyard from early morning through the evening.
