Foxen 2012 Toasted Rope Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley)

Country: US / Toasted Rope
Variety: Syrah California
Winery: Foxen / Santa Ynez Valley

Billy Wathen and Dick Dore pick this cofermented blend of 85% Syrah and 15% Viognier together on the same day. The result is very savory, with resinous herbs and root beer on the nose. Once sipped, a rainbow of dark flavors emerges: chopped Italian herbs, creosote, black olive, fennel, soy and orange pith, reminiscent of a North African tagine.