Tasting Notes – Copain Les Voisins Yorkville Highlands Syrah 2017

Wine: Copain Les Voisins Yorkville Highlands Syrah

Grape: The grape used to produce this wine is Syrah. Syrah is a dark-skinned grape native to the Northern Rhone wine region of France.

Color: Deep purple

Aromas:  lavender, violet, blueberry, violets, black currant, white pepper, seared meats and rosemary

Flavors:  ripe wild blackberries, figs, mocha, spice, cedar, black fruits

Body: Full

Alcohol:  14.1%

Acid: Medium

Sweetness: Dry

Tannins: Medium +

Balance:  This is nicely balanced and complex Syrah.  A lot of aromas and flavors to go with very nice tannins.

Serving Tips:  60º to 65º F, in a red wine glass, decant 1 to 2 hours

Aging:  up to 10 years

Food Pairings:  shortribs, lamb, game meats and grilled ribeye

Winery Notes:  The winery that produced the wine is located in Sonoma County just north of San Francisco.  The winery sits on a hillside overlooking the bucolic Russian River Valley, Copain specializes in vineyard designate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah.  The winery was founded in 1999.  The word “Copain” means ‘friend’ or ‘buddy’ in French.

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