Foley Estate Winery Syrah 2005
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Vintage
2005
Size
750ML
Features
Collectible
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In 1998, William Foley purchased the Rancho Santa Rosa, a 460-acre ranch in the Santa Rita Hills viticultural zone. Part of the original Spanish Land Grant, Rancho Santa Rosa is one of Santa Barbara's most historic properties. Lying on a south-facing hillside rising from 500 to 1000 feet above sea level, the estate represents one of the most ambitious hillside viticultural endeavors in Santa Barbara County. Directly exposed to the Pacific Ocean, the vineyard is located in one of the coolest areas of the Santa Ynez Valley, receiving ocean breezes and fog during much of the growing season. Over the summer months persistent marine influences extend the growing season, heightening structure and flavor in the grapes.
Foley Estate's Rancho Santa Rosa Syrah is dark in color, with aromas of blueberry, cassis and black cherry intertwined with vibrant notes of white pepper, sage and vanilla in the bouquet. An immense, highly extracted wine, it is densely textured and full in body and structure. Firm tannins soften in the long finish.
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Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery at Rancho Santa Rosa is the realization of vintner Bill Foley's dream to produce world class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara County. A historic parcel located in the Santa Rita Hills region of the Santa Ynez Valley, Rancho Santa Rosa was formerly a thoroughbred horse ranch. In 1998, Bill purchased the 460-acre property and planted to 230 acres of vineyard. Devoted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah, the vineyard has been subdivided into 59 micro-blocks with each being farmed, harvested and vinified separately. The handsome stables have been refurbished to house the winery, with tremendous detail going into the planning of a modern facility, while honoring age-old winemaking tradition. Highly regarded by leading wine critics and sommeliers, Foley’s Burgundian-influenced portfolio has become a flagship property in the South Central Coast.
CLW13019_2005 Item# 91686