2005 Pax Syrah, Kobler Family Vineyard, Russian River Valley

This bio-dynamically farmed Green Valley Vineyard saw the most variation of any vineyard in our stable in 2005. So much in fact, we dropped ALL of the grapes off of over 15% of the Syrah vines in order to capture the essence of the strengths this vineyard has, but has struggled to show. The Kobler Viognier crop was a success and we co-fermented 10% with the Syrah. The results are dramatic and obvious in this singular expression of cool climate Syrah. Always one of the most approachable to drink upon release, we think that the wines from this vineyard will show more of their old world character with age and more flashy-sexy fruit in their youth.

Tasting Note:
Black tar, green olives and anisette brighten the brooding boysenberry and raspberry compote filled aromas. The nose is unmistakable cool-climate Syrah, with the addition of tiny blue-berries spiked with ultra-ripe grapefruit juice and coffee grounds. Thick and creamy in the mouth with mouth-watering acidity, this wine always walks the line between new and old world. The finish is thick and intense. Tannins, fruit and acidity come together perfectly in a hugely thick and concentrated wine that behaves like a French wine on your palate. The finish on this wine is astounding!!