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    Bois de Menge Gigondas - Balanced and Easy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 29, 2020 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Bois de Menge Gigondas - Balanced and Easy

    A solid buy at the very reasonable Trader Joe's price, the Vignobles & Compagnie Bois de Menge Gigondas. 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah from Gigondas, Southern Rhone, France. The wine has 4 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, Grenache, Syrah, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

    $25 Off Per Bottle INSIDER DEAL! Qupé Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 5, 2020 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    $25 Off Per Bottle INSIDER DEAL! Qupé Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. It's back for a very limited time! An insane 55% discount (or $25 off per bottle!) on cool climate Syrah at its finest, the Qupé Bien … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Syrah

    Excelsior Syrah - So Nice

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 14, 2019 Last Updated: May 23, 2021

    Excelsior Syrah - So Nice

    The smooth and smoky Excelsior Syrah from South Africa. 85% Syrah and 15% Petit Verdot from Robertson, South Africa. 40% of the wine was aged in a combination of French and American oak for six months. It has just 2.47 g/L of residual sugar and is vegan-friendly. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: South Africa, Syrah

    Ferraton Saint-Joseph La Source - A True Treat

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 14, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Ferraton Pere et Fils Saint-Joseph La Source - A True Treat

    From a part of the Rhone we don't see a lot of here comes a fantastic example of a favorite variety, the Ferraton Pere et Fils Saint-Joseph La Source. 100% Syrah from Saint-Joseph, Northern Rhone, France. The wine is partially aged in oak barrels for 12 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, Saturday Splurge, Syrah, Thanksgiving

    Hecht & Bannier Languedoc Rouge - Authentically Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 8, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Hecht & Bannier Languedoc Rouge - Authentically Tasty

    Despite the low cost, there's nothing manufactured about the Hecht & Bannier Languedoc Red made from organically grown grapes. 60% Syrah from Saint Chinian and Terraces du Larzac in the Languedoc plus 25% Grenache and 15% Carignan from Vallee de l'Agly in Roussillon … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Languedoc, Organic, Red Blends, Syrah

    Gerard Bertrand Minervois - A Mosaic of Mouthwatering Flavors

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 15, 2018 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Gerard Bertrand Minervois - A Mosaic of Mouthwatering Flavors

    A combination of two under-appreciated grapes that is not to be missed! The Bulk Buy rated Gerard Bertrand Minervois. 60% Syrah and 40% Carignan from Minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon, France. A portion of the wine is aged in 225L Bordeaux barrels for 8 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Carignan, Costco, France, Languedoc, Red Blends, Syrah, Thanksgiving

    Morgan G17 Syrah - Sumptuous!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 5, 2018 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Morgan G17 Syrah - Sumptuous!

    A fabulous example of Syrah from the Santa Lucia Highlands, the Morgan G17 Syrah. 87% Syrah, 9% Grenache and 4% Tempranillo from the Paraiso, Fairview, Double L and Meador vineyards in the Santa Lucia Highlands and Arroyo Seco appellations of Monterey County, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Syrah

    Casillero Del Diablo Rosé - Rejuvenating

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 18, 2018 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

    Casillero Del Diablo Rosé - Rejuvenating

    A refreshing reminder of warmer weather. Primarily Syrah with a small amount of Cinsault and Carmenere from the Rapel and Maule Valleys in Chile. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chile, Highly Recommended, Rosé, Syrah

    90 Plus Cellars Classic Series Chianti Riserva and Cotes du Rhone - Everyday Values

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 10, 2017 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    90 Plus Cellars Classic Series Chianti Riserva and Cotes du Rhone - Everyday Values

    Daily drinker alert! Two highly recommended wines under 12 bucks each. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: 90 Plus Cellars, Chianti, France, Grenache, Highly Recommended, Italy, Sangiovese, Syrah, Thanksgiving

    Boom Boom Syrah - Good Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 22, 2017 Last Updated: May 27, 2021

    Boom Boom Syrah - Good Good

    Revisiting an old friend, the Charles Smith Boom Boom Syrah. 96% Syrah, 3% Viognier and 1% Grenache from vineyards in the Columbia Valley, Washington. The grapes are co-fermented and the wine spends time in previously used oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Syrah, Washington

    DeMorgenzon DMZ Syrah - Smoking!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 16, 2017 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    DeMorgenzon DMZ Syrah - Smoking!

    The DeMorgenzon DMZ Syrah, simmering with succulent smoked meat! 100% Syrah from Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine spends 12 months in a combination of French oak barrels, 3000L oak foudres and cement tanks. It has a residual sugar of just 1.5 g/L. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, South Africa, Syrah

    Chateau de Lascaux Rosé - Really Excellent

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 23, 2017 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Chateau de Lascaux Rosé - Really Excellent

    The fresh, dry and delicious Chateau de Lascaux Rosé. 40% Cinsault, 30% Syrah and 30% Grenache from Languedoc, France. Made from organic grapes. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Cinsault, France, Grenache, Languedoc, Organic, Rosé, Syrah

    Andrew Murray Vineyards Tous Les Jours Syrah - Another Home Run

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 26, 2016 Last Updated: May 20, 2021

    Andrew Murray Vineyards Tous Les Jours Syrah - Another Home Run

    Another winning vintage of a favorite wine, the Andrew Murray Vineyards Tous Les Jours Syrah. 100% Syrah from Santa Ynez, California. Specifically, the wine is sourced from the estate owned Curtis Vineyard (30%) along with the Oak Savanna Vineyard (28%), Great Oaks Vineyard … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Syrah

    Campuget 1753 Syrah - A Surefire Syrah

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 8, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Campuget 1753 Syrah - A Surefire Syrah

    The Campuget 1753 Syrah, a favorite variety from a favorite place, the Rhone Valley. 100% Syrah from Costieres de Nimes, Rhone Valley, France. The wine was aged in vats for 6 months. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, France - Rhone, Highly Recommended, Syrah

    Chateau Maris La Touge Syrah - Meaty Goodness

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 14, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Chateau Maris La Touge Syrah - Meaty Goodness

    Get ready for #LanguedocDay 5/27 with the Chateau Maris La Touge Syrah! 70% Syrah, 27% Grenache and 3% Carignan from Cru La Liviniere, Languedoc, France. The wine spends 12 months in oak barrels and is biodynamic, made from organically grown grapes and vegan friendly. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Highly Recommended, Languedoc, Organic, Syrah, Vegan

    Waterbrook Syrah - Solidly Satisfying!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 5, 2016 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Waterbrook Syrah - Solidly Satisfying!

    The Waterbrook Syrah, pair it with a steak for a mouthwatering treat. 100% Syrah from the Mirage, Canyon Vineyard Ranch, Waterbrook Estate and Skyfall Vineyards in Columbia Valley, Washington. The Waterbrook Syrah spends 10 months in 20% new American oak and 80% 2-5 year old … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, Syrah, Washington

    Las Perdices Syrah Viognier - A Northern Rhone Classic From The New World

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 9, 2015 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Las Perdices Syrah Viognier - A Northern Rhone Classic From The New World

    Mendoza once again shows it can do a lot more than Malbec. 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier from Agrelo, Lujan de Cuyo and Barrancas, Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Argentina, Highly Recommended, Syrah

    Two French Favorites!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 28, 2015 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Two French Favorites With Free Shipping at Marketview Liquor!

    The HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Michel Gassier Nostre Pais Rouge and the BULK BUY Domaine Lafage Bastide Miraflors. Today we've got two fabulous French wines from one of our favorite importers, Eric Solomon's European Cellars. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, France, GSM, Highly Recommended, Syrah

    Funk Zone Syrah-Viognier - Gotta Have It

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 20, 2015 Last Updated: February 23, 2021

    2012-funk-zone-syrah-carignan

    90% Syrah and 10% Viognier from Santa Barbara County, California. SRP of $22 and available for $17 exclusively at Club W. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "'Funk is fun, but it's also a state of mind' - George Clinton Funk Zone is a Syrah and Viognier blend … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Highly Recommended, Syrah, Winc

    Chateau Ste Michelle Columbia Valley Syrah - Super Savory

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 13, 2015 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    2012-Chateau-Ste-Michelle-Columbia-Valley-Syrah

    99% Syrah and 1% Viognier primarily from the Wahluke Slope in Columbia Valley, Washington. The wine was aged for 18 months in 16% new French oaks, 15% new American oak and 69% neutral oak barrels. Sample submitted for review. SRP of $15 and available for as low as $11. 27,000 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, Syrah, Wahluke Slope, Washington

    Santa Barbara Winery Syrah - Succulent Santa Ynez Valley

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 7, 2015 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

    2012-Santa-Barbara-Winery-Syrah

    Syrah from Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California. SRP of $19 and available for as low as $17. 1,087 cases produced. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Syrah is one of the few grapes that make terrific wine, albeit different styles, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Highly Recommended, Syrah

    Beso de Vino Seleccion and Old Vine Garnacha - $8 Wonders

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 21, 2014 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Beso-de-Vino

    Includes a BULK BUY! As we noted in our review of the Monte Ducay Reserva 2009 and the Alto Cinco Garnacha 2012 a few weeks ago, the Carinena region in northern Spain has a long history of winemaking going all the way back to the 3rd century B.C. The vineyards in this area … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Garnacha, Spain, Spain - Carinena, Syrah

    Chateau de Trinquevedel Tavel Rosé - A Serious Rosé From A Place Serious About Rosé

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 14, 2014 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    2013-Chateau-de-Trinquevedel-Tavel-Rose-2

    BULK BUY! 56% Grenache Noir, 20% Cinsault, 10% Clairette, 4% Syrah, 4% Bourbelenc, 3% Mourvèdre and 3%Grenache Blanc from Tavel, Rhone, France. SRP of $18 and available for as low as $14. Imported by Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant. Sample submitted for review. From the … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Cinsault, Clairette, France, France - Rhone, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvèdre, Rosé, Syrah, Thanksgiving

    Merino Syrah - Simply Luscious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 22, 2014 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

    2012-Merino-Syrah

    BULK BUY! 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier from Limari Valley, Chile. SRP of $18 and available for as low as $14. Sample submitted for review. 650 cases imported by Vine Connections. From the bottle: "Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Andes Mountains, adjacent to … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Chile, Syrah

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