Graillot Syrah 2015 la-spinetta preserving freshness and varietal purity

preserving freshness and varietal purity

almost weightless

well-priced

Winemaker Guffens has recently freshened up his multi-vintage 'solera' with some Sauvignon

This classic Cabernet Sauvignon had a small addition of Merlot to fill out the mid-palate and is charactersied by vibrant varietal fruit and long firm tannins

Graillot Syrah 2015 la-spinetta preserving freshness and varietal purityAs always both the Graillot Syrah and the Syrah No. 2 come from the same, 3. 3 hectare vineyard. The Graillot Syrah tends to come from the top of the block while the Syrah No. 2 comes from further down the slope. Ultimately however the wines are made via a barrel selection with the aim being to select the most refined, perfumed and elegant barrels for the Graillot label. Hand picked, a combination of whole bunch and destemmed fruit was transferred to