9 yr Dessert Syrah

The Dessert Syrah is crafted in the traditional Port style, a process that begins not in the cellar but in the vineyard. We allow our Syrah grapes to remain on the vine until they reach a near-raisin state, concentrating the natural sugars and deep, dark fruit flavors.

 

The Fortification Process
During fermentation, we capture this natural sweetness by "fortifying" the wine. We add high-proof brandy distilled directly from our own wine to the tanks. This naturally halts fermentation, preserving the grape's residual sugar rather than relying on added sweeteners. The result is a robust 19% ABV that perfectly balances the wine's rich, velvety texture.

 

A Decadent Evolution
Because this vintage aged in the barrel for nine years between 2014 and 2023, it has developed a unique profile that sits right between a Ruby and a Tawny Port. While it retains the lush fruit characteristics of a Ruby, the extended time in wood has introduced the complex, oxidative notes of a Tawny. You will still find hints of dark fruit, but the flavors of rich brown sugar and toasted creme brulee have now moved to the forefront.

 

Nine Years in the Making
True complexity takes time. This extended aging process has mellowed the spirit and integrated the flavors, resulting in a sophisticated, aged dessert wine that is as balanced as it is bold.