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Originally planted to cherries in 1910 by the Pedroia family, this cool–climate Syrah vineyard sits atop a majestic ridge peering into the Freestone Valley. Only free run juice from the ripest blocks were included in this bottling, reducing production to approximately 300 cases.
Red fruits such as plum and cassis take center stage on the high–toned nose, with roasted fig, grilled pork, cured olive, black pepper, violet and rosemary aromas filling out the effusive bouquet. The midpalate comes across as vinous and pure, with elegant fruit, olive and coffee notes in harmonious integration. Roasted plum and milk chocolate notes are given weight by smooth tannins on the textural finish. It will continue to evolve through at least 2016.
338 cases produced. $50 per bottle.
RELEASE DATE: Fall 2009 **SOLD OUT**
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GROWERS:
Richard Prather & Trisha Pedroia
APPELLATION: Sonoma Coast GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Occidental VARIETAL: Syrah SELECTION:
Entav 383, 470, 877
VINEYARD AGE: Planted in 2002 SOIL TYPE: Goldridge HARVEST DATE:
October 27th
PRODUCTION:
338 Cases
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STEVEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR, May/June 2010
92-94 points
“Glass-staining purple. Vibrant aromas of raspberry, smoky minerals, potpourri and cola. Impressively dense and silky, with a surprisingly lacy texture to its red and blue fruit, floral and spice flavors. Saturates the entire palate without leaving an impression of weight. The spicy finish leaves behind resonating notes of mace, smoky minerals and floral pastilles, with just a hint of dusty tannins. This vineyard does especially well in years with a classic Indian summer, like '08, says Sussman. ”— Josh Raynolds |
THE WINE ADVOCATE #187, February 2010
95+ points
“From a remarkable Sonoma Coast site, the 2008 Syrah Cherry Camp (no stems used) possesses pure, rich, blackberry, and blueberry liqueur, espresso, chocolate, roasted meat, tar, and pepper notes. Dense, full-bodied, and opulent, this show-stopper should drink well for a decade.” — Robert Parker | STEVEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR, May/June 2009
93 points
“Inky ruby. Seductively perfumed aromas of red berry preserves, Asian spices, violet and cracked pepper. Quintessential syrah, offering lush red and dark berry flavors and candied floral and smoky mineral qualities. The finish repeats the sweet red fruits and lingers impressively. Pure, potent and delicious right now.” — Josh Raynolds |
THE WINE ADVOCATE #180, December 2008
(91–93) points
“From the Sonoma Coast vineyard known as Cherry Camp, from an old cherry orchard, the 2007 Syrah Cherry Camp exhibits aromas of kirsch intermixed with some black currants, licorice, and earthy charcoal and burning ember notes. Less meaty than the Las Colinas or the Timbervine, this is pure fruit in an unmanipulated, fresh, lively style. Drink it over the next 7–8 years.” — Robert Parker |
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