Syrah
2023

Syrah

Chalk Hill Estate

Syrah

Sonoma County

We have a special love for Syrah at Chalk Hill Estate. Our location in the Chalk Hill AVA in the warm end of the cool Russian River Valley is perfect for bringing out all the unique characteristics of this fabulous variety. Our Syrah is planted on a steep southwest-facing hillside, made up of rocks and volcanic soil. It’s as close to the Rhône Valley as we get!

$75

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95
Points — Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes

This 2023 Syrah draws you in instantly. The nose activates the salivary glands with smoky bacon fat, blackberry, cherry leather, and vanilla spice aromas. Smooth, luxurious tannins provide elegant texture to layers of cigar box, perfume, lavender, and black tea on the palate.

Wine Data

Origin: Sonoma
Alcohol content: 15.0%
Acid: 5.8 g/L
pH: 3.89
Composition: 83% Syrah, 17% Viognier

Wine Fact Sheet

We have a special love for Syrah at Chalk Hill Estate. Our location in the Chalk Hill AVA in the warm end of the cool Russian River Valley is perfect for bringing out all the unique characteristics of this fabulous variety. Our Syrah is planted on a steep southwest-facing hillside, made up of rocks and volcanic soil. It’s as close to the Rhône Valley as we get!

The 2023 vintage delivered abundant rainfall, ending years of drought conditions. Cool temperatures through spring and summer allowed for extended hangtime and full flavor development.