The grapes for Annika wine are grown and vinified based on a family winemaking tradition that dates back five generations, to 1883. All this time, the Wente family has been a constant steward of the belief that the finest wines originate with the most meticulously-kept vineyards. This attention to detail made Wente the ideal partner to assist Annika in the creation of a vintage that would meet her standards for perfection.
Annkia Vineyards 2006 Syrah / Livermore Valley
This Syrah was the unanimous favorite among our panel members out of the 30 plus we tasted for this feature. The nose is intoxicating, with rich blackberry and plum moving into notes of oak and hints of pepper. The palate delivers elegant, balanced flavors of blackberry, blueberry, strawberry, and mocha, with hints of leather and pepper rounding out the profile. Approachable and full of flavor, this quality comes with a $75 price.
FBWorld Panel Score: 94