Wine Details
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: 15.1%
pH: 3.75
TA: 5.6 g/L
Residual Sugar: 1.0 g/L (Dry)
Production: 580 cases
Bottle Price: $48
2022 Que Sarah Syrah
Bold, Peppery, and Structured
Winemaking
Harvest Date: October 2, 2022
Barrel Aging: 20 months
Oak: 55% new French oak, 45% neutral
Toast Level: Medium+
Fermentation: Extended maceration, 10% whole cluster
Bottling Date: June 8, 2024
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Inky, impenetrable purple-black with garnet edges. Massive body with thick, syrupy legs indicating exceptional concentration.
Nose
Explosively aromatic with ripe blackberry jam, blueberry compote, and black plum. Intense notes of black pepper, smoked bacon, and grilled meat. Layers of dark chocolate, espresso, vanilla, and charred oak with hints of tar and leather.
Palate
Massively structured with bold, powerful tannins. Opulent flavors of blackberry liqueur, blueberry pie, and dark plum dominate. Mid-palate explodes with black pepper, smoked meat, dark chocolate, and toasted oak. The warm vintage produces a wine of tremendous concentration and intensity.
Finish
Extraordinarily long with wave after wave of dark fruit, pepper, and savory spice. Firm tannins suggest decades of aging potential. This is a monumental Syrah showcasing the power possible in warm vintages while maintaining balance.
Food Pairing
This bold Syrah pairs beautifully with:
Grilled & Smoked Meats
BBQ brisket, grilled lamb chops, smoked ribs, or pepper-crusted steak
Rich & Savory
Beef bourguignon, venison stew, braised short ribs, or duck confit
Mediterranean Flavors
Lamb tagine, grilled sausages, cassoulet, or aged Gouda
Vintage Notes
2022 was an exceptional warm vintage in Dry Creek Valley that produced intensely concentrated Syrah. Consistent heat through the growing season created small berries with thick skins and exceptional phenolic ripeness. Early harvest captured peak ripeness while preserving some acidity. This vintage represents the power and intensity possible from this site in warm years, producing a wine of remarkable depth and aging potential.
Drinking Window
Peak: 2028-2037
Best cellared for at least 5 years, with potential to age gracefully through 2042.
Purchase This Wine
Available for purchase directly from Hillside Estate Winery
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