Reviews & Ratings

2006 Fess Parker Winery Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "Santa Barbara County"

Winery: Fess Parker Winery

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Santa Barbara County"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 100% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Barbara County

State or country: CA

Price: $24

Cases produced: 1,996

KWG Score: 88.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: June 26, 2009

Wine Review: This ruby colored Syrah from Fess Parker is a Very Good option for readers to consider. It opens with a mild blueberry like bouquet with a hint of spice. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, smooth, and balanced. The flavor profile is a very juicy black raspberry with hints of strawberry licorice and a touch of black pepper and oak. The finish is quite dry and its noticeable tannins linger for quite some time. We thought this wine would pair well with grilled barbecue chicken. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: On the nose you will find aromas of blackberries, smoke, pressed meats with BBQ spices, blueberries, and vanilla. Deep, full flavors of blackberries, chocolate, boysenberries, and black licorice will lead to a long lingering finish.

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