<p>Mill Creek, a true third-generation family winery, began in 1965 when the Kreck family planted grapes in the prestigious Dry Creek Valley. Since 1974, the small, distinctive winery has limited production to less than 10,000 cases to specialize in wines of consistent, spectacular quality. The grandson of the founder is now the winemaker. ______2007 Syrah ESTATE, DRY CREEK VALLEY</p><p>Winemaker Notes: The grapes originated from our estate property in Dry Creek Valley from our “Corner Pocket” vineyard. Harvest date was October 6, 2007. Immediately after crushing the grapes the juice underwent a 5% saigne to increase concentration. The wine was fermented in temperature controlled, stainless steel tanks, which were pumped over twice a day. After malolactic fermentation, the new wine was racked to 60 gallon French and American oak barrels and aged for 15 months. After a light filtration, the total production of approximately 375 cases was bottled on May 7, 2009.</p><p>Tasting Notes: Our 2007 Syrah is a full-bodied, substantial wine with aromas of blackberry and leather and hints of herbs de provence. Flavors are of blackberry cobbler, sage, and black pepper with a touch of smoke. The wine has an inky purple color and exhibits full body with firm tannins and a long, flavorful finish.</p><p>Food Pairing Notes: This wine would pair especially well with grilled meats. It is powerful enough to stand up to wild game and heartier cheeses. Statistics: Appellation: Estate, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, CA Alcohol: 14.6% pH: 3.74 Blend: 100% Syrah Production: Stainless Steel; 15 months French, & American oak barrels Cases Produced: 375</p><p>D R Y C R E E K V A L L E Y · S O N O M A C O U N T Y POST OFFICE BOX 758, 1401 WESTSIDE ROAD, HEALDSBURG, CALIFORNIA 95448 · (707) 433-5098 · Fax: (707) 431-1714</p>