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MacLaren Wine
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Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA
MacLaren Wine
2014 Syrah
Samantha's Vineyard
Russian River Valley
Sonoma County, CA
“MacLaren’s Sonoma Syrahs all show classic cool-climate characteristics: floral aromas, pepper, a meatiness that’s hard to ignore and acidity that lifts the mix of savory and fruity.” -Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast
With a case (12 bottle) purchase of the MacLaren 2014 Samantha's Vineyard Syrah, you'll also enjoy a VIP Reserve tasting for two guests at the MacLaren Tasting Cottage. Reservations required ($100 value).
MacLaren Wine 2014 Syrah, Samantha's Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
This single vineyard, tiny production Syrah shows off a beautiful, deep ruby robe. You may also notice a slight haze, as it was unfined and unfiltered during the winemaking process to retain a greater depth of aromas, flavors and complexity. Aromas are delicately integrated with red plum, blackberry and black cherry fruit notes –– layered with subtle hints of smoke, vanilla, dried herbs and charcuterie. Medium in body, with a mouthwatering acidity and fine-grained tannins leading to a lingering finish.
Grape:
100% Syrah
Production:
220 cases
Region:
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, CA
Accolades:
94 pts – Wine Enthusiast
Ageability:
Will age well through 2024, possibly beyond.
Alcohol:
14%
Winemaker
Steve Law
About The Winemaker:
After moving from his native Scotland to work in the tech industry in France, Steve Law and his friends would regularly enjoy weekends immersed in French culture and the country’s wine regions. Here he discovered his palate and passion for wine, notably the Sauvignon Blanc from Loire Valley, Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Rosé from Provence, and Viognier from Condrieu. But it was in Northern Rhone that he discovered Syrah... and his world changed. His tech career eventually led him to Northern California, where he later took a friend’s advice and decided to dive straight into his obvious passion for wine. Steve worked his first harvest in 2006, produced his first vintage of Syrah under his own label in 2007, and the rest is history!
About The Vineyard:
Samantha's Vineyard sits on the northeast side of Russian River Valley bordering Chalk Hill AVA. The steep terraced-style vineyard is planted to the Alban clone on Spreckels loam with only 60 inches of soil on top of bedrock.
Additional Winemaker Notes:
- Aged in 100% French oak barrels for 14 months
- Bottled unfiltered and unfined
