The Wine Seller

The only one of betz's three syrahs to come from two separate vineyards, sited about a mile from each other on red mountain. three french clones and the classic phelps clone combine in a multi-layered expression of fruit, dried herbs and earth.

The 2007 aix is a wine-lovers wine, with charm to spare. on the nose, black fruits, a wide array of spices, and a hint of lavender come to the fore, with deep smoky and earthy accents from the syrah. the palate is delicate and mouth-watering, with tones of black raspberries, plum, pomegranate, and earth featured. varietal blend: 61% syrah; 35% cabernet sauvignon; 4% mourvedre

Raspberry fruit, herbal complexity and toasted french and american oak aromas are foremost in the nose. flavors are dominated by direct fruit, medium acidity and a moderate tannic finish round out the wine.