2006 Bell Wine Cellars Syrah, Massa Ranch, Yountville (Wine Selections / Red Wine) -- Bell Wine Cellars Shopping Cart -- Yountville Ranch, Massa Syrah, Cellars Wine Bell 2006

<H1>2006 Bell Wine Cellars Syrah, Massa Ranch, Yountville -- Bell Wine Cellars Shopping Cart</H1> $25.00 -- 2006 Bell Wine Cellars Syrah, Massa Ranch, Yountville <IMG SRC="https://store.nexternal.com/bellwine/images/MR%20Syrah.gif" WIDTH=150 ALIGN=right ALT="2006 Bell Wine Cellars Syrah, Massa Ranch, Yountville" NAME="2006 Bell Wine Cellars Syrah, Massa Ranch, Yountville" BORDER=0 HSPACE=10> Vineyard Our 2006 Syrah, Estrella clone, is grown on the Massa Ranch, our neighbors here in Yountville. Proximity to the San Francisco bay and its moderating influences produces wines deep in color with rich, concentrated fruit flavor and lovely acidity. Vinification Syrah grapes were gently crushed to minimize crushing of berries and maximize fruit character. We fermented at 85 degrees-F with a Syrah yeast strain, and extracted color utilizing gentle irrigation over the skins. The wine underwent malo-lactic fermentation and was barrel aged in a combination of French (95%) and American (5%) oak barrels for 17 months. The wine was not fined prior to bottling. The resulting blend received twelve months of bottle age prior to release. Vintage Notes The 2006 growing season began with heavy rains and floods around the Napa Valley. Rainfall continued well into spring with later than usual bloom and set in June. A record heat wave in mid-July failed to damage vines as they were slightly behind in the cycle. Normal, mild weather returned in August and continued, allowing for paced ripening. Cold weather with rain in October slowed sugar accumulation while allowing extended hang time, which enhances maturity and optimal development of flavors. Overall, the season was an outstanding year and has produced wines with beautiful structure, great color, and high natural acidity. Tasting Notes Our 2006 Syrah exhibits wonderful varietal character. Deep purple-ruby in color with spicy fruit aromas, the wine has a rich mouthfeel and distinct, yet elegant, tannins. The oak flavors are in balance with the fruit acidity and fruit flavor to yield an appealing wine, bright on the palate. Aging 17 months in primarily French oak barrels added complexity and finesse, without overpowering the supple fruit. A great companion to food, this wine will continue to mature gracefully for many years. Technical Analysis: Varietal Syrah, 100% Source Massa Ranch, Yountville, Napa Valley Harvest Sugar 28.2 Brix Harvest Acid 0.59 gm/100ml Total Acid 0.65 gm/100ml pH 3.87 Alcohol 14.3% Aging 17 months in oak, 70% new, 95% French, 5% American Bottle Date April 2008 Production 248 Cases Other products in the category <A HREF="http://www.nexternal.com/bellwine/Category1" TITLE="Wine Selections">Wine Selections</A> / <A HREF="http://www.nexternal.com/bellwine/Category2" TITLE="Red Wine">Red Wine</A>: <LI><A HREF=http://www.nexternal.com/bellwine/Product40 TITLE="2003 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley">2003 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley</A> -- 2003 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley <LI><A HREF=http://www.nexternal.com/bellwine/Product76 TITLE="2004 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley">2004 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley</A> -- 2004 Bell Wine Cellars Sonnette, Red Wine, Napa Valley <LI><A 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