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2019 Satisfaction Syrah

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Satisfaction Syrah is 100% Amalie Robert Estate grown Syrah. Among our 35 acres of Pinot Noir, we have planted 0.80 acres (1,188 vines to be exact) of Syrah. This planting represents 4 clones selected for the cool Northern Rhône area of Côte Rôtie, and now Dallas, Oregon.

We grow Syrah right alongside Pinot Noir, and most of the vineyard work is very similar. The primary difference is that we have to wait until November to harvest. We think it is worth the wait.

Syrah is a very adaptive variety, and much like Pinot Noir, reflects its growing conditions. Syrah is grown in the hottest parts of the southern Hemisphere where it is known as “Shiraz” and a bit farther south into the cool climate of New Zealand as well. The entire west coast of the United States grows Syrah from California, to the warm areas of eastern Washington and now very small plantings in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

However, the birthplace of Syrah seems to be the Northern Rhône Valley. Recent DNA research shows Syrah to be a cross between Dureza and Mondeuse Blanche. Both of these varieties are indigenous to France. Syrah is planted from the cool regions of the Northern Rhône where it is bottled as a single varietal, to the tip of the Southern Rhône where it is often blended with other varietals.

The Vintage: It all comes down to September. It used to be October, but things have changed and as farmers we are along for the ride. Vintage 2019 was a moderate growing season with adequate amounts of sun, wind, rain and wind all properly folded into the mix. Until September. That’s when we recorded a record amount of rainfall from the beginning to the end of the month. Of course, it was just lovely from there on out and that is when we were out Cluster Plucking.

Tasting Notes: Deeply emotional red beckons. Scintillating blackberry, violet, garrigue and Chinese five spice suggest what you well know is about to transpire as you take just the first sip. Rapidly expanding and thoroughly permeating manifestations are all encompassing. Wave after wave of taught fruit, spice, and tannin backed by determined acidity jostle for dominance. Olfactory senses are on overload as your palate enjoys seemingly endless vinous machinations. Only you hold the power to make it stop, but will you? Unfined, Unfiltered, and thoroughly Syrah.

Culinary Inclinations: Grill, baby, grill! Apex predator of your choosing grilled with smoke chips or a sprig of rosemary to finish. Seasonal vegetables, wild mushrooms and strong cheeses round out the full complement.

2016 Satisfaction Syrah
Wine & Spirits, February 2021 - 91 points (Year's Best US Syrahs)

2015 Satisfaction Syrah
Vinous, September 2020 - 93 points

Wine & Spirits, February 2020 - 92 points (Year's Best US Syrahs)

2013 Satisfaction Syrah
Vinous, February 2018 - 90 points

2012 Satisfaction Syrah
Vinous, January 2017 – 92 points

2011 Satisfaction Syrah
The Wine Advocate, October 2013 – 91 points

2010 Satisfaction Syrah
The Wine Advocate, October 2013 – 92 points

2009 Satisfaction Syrah
The Wine Advocate, August 2012 – 91 points

2008 Satisfaction Syrah
Wine & Spirits, February 2012 – 92 points, Year’s Best American Syrah
Northwest Palate Magazine, March/April 2011 – Highly Recommended

2007 Syrah
Wine & Spirits, February 2011 – 93 points, Year’s Best American Syrah

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