2005 Arnot-Roberts Syrah Alder Springs Vineyard
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From a cool climate Mendocino site, the 2005 Syrah Alder Springs exhibits a fresh blueberry jam characteristic along with graphite and burning charcoal embers in its aromas and deep, full-bodied flavors. It is sensationally fruity, well-delineated, pure, and deep. Remarkably, 100% whole clusters were used during this wine’s fermentation. This joint project of Duncan Arnot Meyers and Nathan Lee Roberts is a tiny boutique operation focusing on fewer than 1,000 cases of wine. Trivia buffs will be interested to learn that the beautiful label of California Fuchsia was painted by Margaret Biever-Mondavi, Nathan Lee Roberts’ grandmother. Tel. (707) 433-1563; Fax (707) 433-8595
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Deep ruby. Fresh, perfumed red and dark berry aromas are complemented by hints of woodsmoke, licorice and graphite. Lush and deep in dark berry flavors, with a bright jolt of minerality providing lift and focus. Very pure and elegant wine finishing with impressive persistence and seductive spice notes. This was 100% whole-cluster fermented.