Experience the richness and power of what California has to offer with this mindblowing assortment of Syrah and Zinfandel.
Titus Andronicus Red Blend
Description: Aromatics of concentrated raspberry, chocolate dust and crushed flower petal are followed by a flavor profile of spiced fruit, raspberry compote and hints of vanilla and crème brulee. Ideal Temperature 65F Food Pairing: All grilled red meat, Lamb, Ahi Tuna, Burgers, Short rib, Mushrooms, Aged Cheddar & Gouda Grape Variety: 9% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Malbec, 10% Petit Verdot, 10% Petite Sirah, 5% Cabernet Franc
Ghost Block Zinfandel Pelissa Vineyard
Description: This expressive, very well-made wine proves that ripeness, deep fruit and real polish are all within good Zinfandel's grasp all at once. Its careful marriage of sweet oak, slight briary spice and sustained blackberry fruit earn it enthusiastic recommendation, and it gets an extra round of applause for its careful balance and seamless construction. Ideal Temperature: 65F Food Pairing: Lamb Tacos, Meatballs, Sausage, BBQ, Ribs, Heary Pasta, Turkey, Bouillabaise, Cioppino, Chili, Pizza Grape Variety: 100% Zinfandel
Ojai Syrah Roll Ranch
Description: The 2017 Syrah Roll Ranch is the most complete of the four 2017 Syrahs I tasted. The deeply-pitched aromatics are immediately captivating. There's plenty of depth to match, too. Dark red cherry fruit, cedar, leather, tobacco, menthol and dried flower all meld together in a Syrah that has it all: perfume, fruit and structure to burn. The 75-85% whole clusters (the most of the Ojai Syrahs) work beautifully here, as does a dollop of Viognier. This is such a classy wine. Ideal Temperature: 65F Food Pairing: BBQ, Barised Beef, Aged Gouda, Osso Bucco, Veal, Venison, Duck, Grilled Vegetables, Pork Grape Variety: 100% Syrah
Robert Biale Zinfandel Black Chicken
Description: The nose is full of vibrant Bing cherries, raspberries, cinnamon, white cake, fresh purple flowers, subtle dried herb and toasty brown spices. The entry is bright and gives way to supple, round tannins. The lovely finish is the signature of this elegant and remarkably balanced Zinfandel that is immediately drinkable and worthy of 5 to 7 more years of cellar time. Ideal Temperature: 65F Food Pairing: Lamb Tacos, Meatballs, Sausage, BBQ, Ribs, Heary Pasta, Turkey, Bouillabaise, Cioppino, Chili, Pizza Grape Variety: 100% Zinfandel
Lewis Cellars Alecs Blend
Description: Supple and polished, with plump blackberry, toasty, mocha and spice flavors that glide on a lingering finish toward silky tannins. Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Ideal Temperature: 65F Food Pairing: BBQ, Barised Beef, Aged Gouda, Osso Bucco, Veal, Venison, Duck, Grilled Vegetables, Pork Grape Variety: 58% Syrah 21% Merlot 20% Cabernet Franc 1% Cabernet Sauvignon
Lewis Cellars Syrah Ethans
Description: Bright-eyed, fresh and full of varietal character our 2018 Ethan's Syrah serves up complex floral fruit aromas with black truffle, violets, pancetta and Turkish coffee. Vibrant and generous on the palate the wine keeps an even keel with baker's chocolate and crushed rock at the tail. Food Pairing: BBQ, Barised Beef, Aged Gouda, Osso Bucco, Veal, Venison, Duck, Grilled Vegetables, Pork Grape Variety: 100% Syrah