Copain Syrah Brosseau Vineyard
California, Central Coast
Tasting Note:
The fruit is bright, fresh blackberry on the nose. Amazing for an aged Cali Syrah. A touch of menthol and alcohol follow through to the palate with a mid-palate and medium-long finish that includes tar and licorice. The oak is well integrated with a hint of vanilla still present. A well balanced wine on the palate – medium high acidity, medium tannin and a silky mouth-feel that presents a lighter Syrah profile. Alcohol is a bit heavy, but not overwhelming. This wine is singing and in its prime drinking window now. Thoroughly enjoyable on its own, but would pair well with red sauces, or red meat. I did not expect a Copain Syrah to weather the test of time so well!
This is a superb example of a New World Syrah with an Old World Northern Rhone influence. I have not tasted a Copain wine aged this long before. A pleasant surprise!
Douglas Levin - Trained, Certified Advanced Sommelier and Wine Writer
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