Gurgue Vintage:2005 The 2001 Syrah Astralis Vineyard

The 2001 Syrah Astralis Vineyard may be just as compelling as the 2002

Tasted at the domain in September 2020

concentrated orchard and pit fruit flavors and a touch of fennel that builds in the glass

You can’t ask much more from a nobly sweet Riesling than the complex mystery on exhibit

The well-made 2000 offers a deep ruby/purple color as well as sweet black currant and cassis fruit intertwined with fennel and underbrush characteristics

Gurgue Vintage:2005 The 2001 Syrah Astralis VineyardThis is direct, with damson plum, black currant and fig fruit, framed by black tea and alder notes that hang through the finish. Drink now through 2017. 4,000 cases made. JM