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Alpha Estate Syrah Turtles Vineyard 2019 750ml

size
750ml
country
Greece
region
Macedonia
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WA
88
WA
88
Rated 88 by Wine Advocate
The 2019 Syrah Turtles Vineyard was aged for 12 months in an equal mixture of new and second-use French barriques. It comes in at 14.52% alcohol. Smooth and unctuous in texture, this has a touch of cream and a bit of vanilla, but the Syrah character does shine through. Showing good concentration and a polished demeanor, this is easy to like and easy to drink now. They are made for early drinking, and the one thing we tend not to find is a backbone and serious structure. If there's a quibble, this is a bit unfocused too. It seems a little flat today. That gives them a ceiling, but for drinking now, you won't care. It's a great restaurant wine or house pour that goes down easy and has a little distinction. The price has ticked up, though. It should age throughout the decade, at least. It may be better later in the year.
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Alpha Estate Syrah Turtles Vineyard 2019 750ml

SKU 941317
$19.94
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Professional Ratings
WA
88
WA
88
Rated 88 by Wine Advocate
The 2019 Syrah Turtles Vineyard was aged for 12 months in an equal mixture of new and second-use French barriques. It comes in at 14.52% alcohol. Smooth and unctuous in texture, this has a touch of cream and a bit of vanilla, but the Syrah character does shine through. Showing good concentration and a polished demeanor, this is easy to like and easy to drink now. They are made for early drinking, and the one thing we tend not to find is a backbone and serious structure. If there's a quibble, this is a bit unfocused too. It seems a little flat today. That gives them a ceiling, but for drinking now, you won't care. It's a great restaurant wine or house pour that goes down easy and has a little distinction. The price has ticked up, though. It should age throughout the decade, at least. It may be better later in the year.
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size
750ml
country
Greece
region
Macedonia
Overview
The 2019 Syrah Turtles Vineyard was aged for 12 months in an equal mixture of new and second-use French barriques. It comes in at 14.52% alcohol. Smooth and unctuous in texture, this has a touch of cream and a bit of vanilla, but the Syrah character does shine through. Showing good concentration and a polished demeanor, this is easy to like and easy to drink now. They are made for early drinking, and the one thing we tend not to find is a backbone and serious structure. If there's a quibble, this is a bit unfocused too. It seems a little flat today. That gives them a ceiling, but for drinking now, you won't care. It's a great restaurant wine or house pour that goes down easy and has a little distinction. The price has ticked up, though. It should age throughout the decade, at least. It may be better later in the year.
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

The Shiraz or Syrah grape varietal has seen a huge surge in popularity over the past few decades, partly due to the fact that more and more wineries around the world are beginning to plant and process this robust and flavorful grape for international audiences. This varietal has plenty going for it, and has the special ability of being able to clearly express positive features of its terroir in the bottle, alongside its characteristic flavors of dark berries, pepper and other spices. Shiraz/Syrah is also notably a highly versatile grape, and has been successfully used in several type of still red wine, as well as excellent sparkling and fortified wines. It is also regularly used as a blending grape, where it is prized for its ability to add a bold and strong, spicy punch to mellow, blended wines.
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Country: Greece

It is almost impossible to understate the importance of local and regionally produced wines in Greek culture. Across the country, from the cities of the mainland to the villages, mountainous regions and islands, wine is produced using traditional methods and native grape varietals, and is drank in households and taverns, either accompanying the much loved local cuisine or alone as a refreshment under the blazing Mediterranean sunshine. For wine lovers around the world, Greece is known for producing several wines with something unique and interesting to offer, a refreshing change from the norm filled with surprises and complex, occasionally challenging or unusual flavors and aromas. Thanks to the vast range in terrain across the archipelago, Greek wine is as varied as it is delicious, meaning there is plenty to explore and enjoy from this fascinating and ancient country.
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green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

The Shiraz or Syrah grape varietal has seen a huge surge in popularity over the past few decades, partly due to the fact that more and more wineries around the world are beginning to plant and process this robust and flavorful grape for international audiences. This varietal has plenty going for it, and has the special ability of being able to clearly express positive features of its terroir in the bottle, alongside its characteristic flavors of dark berries, pepper and other spices. Shiraz/Syrah is also notably a highly versatile grape, and has been successfully used in several type of still red wine, as well as excellent sparkling and fortified wines. It is also regularly used as a blending grape, where it is prized for its ability to add a bold and strong, spicy punch to mellow, blended wines.
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It is almost impossible to understate the importance of local and regionally produced wines in Greek culture. Across the country, from the cities of the mainland to the villages, mountainous regions and islands, wine is produced using traditional methods and native grape varietals, and is drank in households and taverns, either accompanying the much loved local cuisine or alone as a refreshment under the blazing Mediterranean sunshine. For wine lovers around the world, Greece is known for producing several wines with something unique and interesting to offer, a refreshing change from the norm filled with surprises and complex, occasionally challenging or unusual flavors and aromas. Thanks to the vast range in terrain across the archipelago, Greek wine is as varied as it is delicious, meaning there is plenty to explore and enjoy from this fascinating and ancient country.