Reviews & Ratings

2011 Acorn Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "Axiom"

Winery: Acorn

Vintage: 2011

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Axiom"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 98% Syrah & 2% Viognier

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $34

Cases produced: 298

KWG Score: 89.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: January 18, 2015

Wine Review: This Syrah from Acorn was well received by the panel, but also received some interesting thoughts. It was a very nice red wine, but tasted nothing like a Syrah. It is very dark ruby colored and opens with a musty leather and raspberry bouquet with a hint of toffee. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and very approachable. The flavor profile is a cedar infused black cherry with notes of minerality and hints of blackberry. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are sticky and linger nicely. The panel thought this wine would pair well with a herb encrusted rack of lamb or a rosemary pork roast. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Classic Syrah aromas emerge as the wine is swirled in the glass—deep, dense blackberry mingles with creamy mocha, warm brown spices, and smoky oak. The opulent, silken mouthfeel reveals juicy concentrated blackberry and plum woven with hints of blueberry, spice, cocoa, and sassafras. Floral notes and traces of caramel, orange zest, and supple tannins in the finish, add interest as the wine broadens and lingers on the palate. Try pairing this rich, robust wine with lamb ragout with olives and peppers or grilled duck, or try a more traditional match like eggplant parmigiana or dry-rubbed barbequed ribs.

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