Betz La Serenne Syrah 2016

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Betz
Label Name:
 
La Serenne Syrah
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Yakima Valley (Boushey Vineyard), Washington
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.8%
Grape(s):
 
100% Syrah
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable scores for the 2016 vintage: Jeb Dunnuck 96, Robert Parker/Wine Advocate 95, James Suckling 95, Wine Spectator 91, Wine Enthusiast 91

Tasting Note
Dark blueberry, black pepper, smoked meat, violet and espresso notes; medium-full body with silky texture, savory herbs and a saline, lingering finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled lamb, roast beef, beef short ribs, duck confit, charcuterie; Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Sichuan pepper beef, char siu, hoisin-glazed pork.

Production Method
100% Syrah from Boushey; high whole-cluster fermentation (66–100% reported), ~11–12 months in French oak (approx. 40% new).

Vineyard Info
Betz Family Winery (Bob & Cathy Betz) sources La Serenne from high-altitude Boushey Vineyard; made since early 2000s as a site-expressive Yakima Syrah.