Semi-Precious Syrah 2021

Definition of elegance. Gentle power. Semi Precision has an alluring brightness and focus combining aromatic fresh violets and spice and cooked pie and black fruits and structured with a soft but present acid. Mouth and alluring full yet light on thetongue, elegant, silky tanins. Very long finish and persistence of aroma and flavor. A wine with potential for aging and longevity but approachable and expressive now. Blend: 100% SyrahRegion: Campo de Borja, SpainArtist: James JeanDesigner: Beth ElliottWinemaker: Norrel RobertsonShips: Worldwide BackgroundThe idea to use the bourbon barrels came over a dinner years ago that I shared with my buddy Julian Van Winkle at a Southern Foodways Alliance meeting at Blackberry Farm in 2001. It was simply an idea that came up in conversation. Hey, let’s do something together. What about putting wine in used Pappy barrels? Okay, I’ll send you some. I don’t know if you’ve ever seen old, used bourbon barrels, but they’re ugly. When the winemaker