Andrew Murray Vineyards
2008 Syrah – Tous Les Jours
ALC: 14.5% Price: $14.99
Purchased from Costco
Bottle Notes:
”The 2008 vintage is remarkably dark and full-bodied, and yet it has such gentle tannins. It is truly a pleasure to drink, especially at the price. Lots of fruit and spices here…no need to wax poetic about this one as it tastes just plain yummy.
We feel the wine makes an ideal ‘House Wine’ the wine you open just for the heck of it, or just to pour a single glass, the rest to be enjoyed later. And at this price, why not? However, we do not skimp on the winemaking for this wine. We start with great grapes from Paso Robles and the Santa ynez Valley and use the different climates to create a wine that is both fruity and spicy at the same time. I use my experiences with both new world and old world style winemaking to make the most drinkable Syrah imaginable. “
Our Tasting Notes:
You’re not going to find a better bargain that this stellar Syrah from Andrew Murray Vineyards. At just under 15 bucks you too can snatch a bottle of this from your local Costco and discover the yummy-ness that is Andrew Murray wines. This Syrah is jam-packed with dark fruit flavors of plum, licorice, vanilla, and an enjoyable smokey finish. This is a big wine but what’s great is that it doesn’t lose its focus. It is nicely balanced and smooth from start to finish. We are looking forward to trying more of his wines!
For more info check out: http://www.andrewmurrayvineyards.com
Maybe we had a defective bottle. All three people at my table last week that tried this syrah thought it bordered on awful.
Oh no! Yes, my guess is that it must have been corked. Andrew Murray produces some great wines!