Respected husband and wife winemaking team, Adam and Dianna Lee, are taking the occasion of the 10th anniversary of their Novy Family Wines to make a point about California Syrah. Since being declared "hot" by the Wine Spectator nearly 10 years ago, Syrah has fallen victim to its own hype and incredible adaptability. After being planted in just about every major wine region in California, the ensuing hodge-podge of Syrah styles eventually resulted in an identity crisis and slumping sales. Seeing their own sales affected by this trend, the Lees decided it was time to take stock. With the release of their 2006 vintage, the winery has renewed their commitment to promoting California-style Syrah, sourced from cool climate sites that produce complexity rather than ripeness. .
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Friday, May 23, 2008
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