2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley
Sensory Notes
Color: Dark ruby
Aromas: Black cherry and dark plum
Palate: Elegant texture with a richly layered finish of black cherry and dark plum
The Vineyard
Our finest mountaintop block of Syrah (clone 470), with its amazingly dense, deep, rich flavor and inky color, is the foundation of this blend. To complete the “Platinum” Michel-Schlumberger experience, we have added the outstanding “Estrella River” clone of Syrah clone grown on our benchland block. These components combine to provide rich layers of nuance, complexity and depth to this wine.
Specs
Varietal Composition: 100% Syrah
Harvest: September 20th and 24th, 2019, Average brix: 26.3, pH: 3.68, TA: 0.68 g/100ml
Fermentation: The grapes were crushed into small fermenters. After cold-soaking for three days to extract rich color, the must fermented on the skins for three weeks to obtain a richly extracted wine.
Cooperage / Aging: Aged for 22 months in finest “tight-grain” French oak barrels (50% new). Eight “best barrels” selected and blended for the optimum expression of flavor and structure for this wine.
Final Alcohol: 15.2%
Final pH: 3.84
Final TA: 0.59 g/100ml
Cases Produced: 221
Bottling Date: July 15, 2021
What’s Included
3-bottles:
3x 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley; Case: 12 bottles of 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley
Case:
12x 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley; Case: 12 bottles of 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley
Michel-Schlumberger’s first vines were planted in 1979 by Jean-Jacques Michel, a native of Switzerland. Michel traveled extensively across Northern California in search of the perfect location to establish his winery. He quickly recognized the potential of the Dry Creek Valley climate and soils to produce premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Pinot Blanc grapes, and saw the contoured exposures of Wine Creek Canyon, in particular, as ideal for creating unique flavors, especially in red wines.
In 1991, Jacques Pierre Schlumberger joined the winery team, bringing with him a legacy of over 400 years of winemaking in Alsace, France.
It was at this point that the Michel-Schlumberger brand was born. Over the years, the winery’s exceptional wines and the beauty of its estate have garnered global attention and acclaim. The mission-style architecture of the estate reflects Michel-Schlumberger’s European roots while honoring the influence of early Spanish settlers in California. Today, the winery’s white stucco walls, terracotta-tiled roof, bell tower, and grand courtyard create a spectacular setting for a day in Sonoma’s wine country.
Our Estate heritage is also reflected in the guest experience, which includes motorized tours through the vineyards, walking cellar tours through the production area, barrel tastings, and seated reserve tastings of our award-winning, small-production wines.
Available States
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
“Thank God you brought this bottle to the party” said one of the tasters. Short take: the 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah will be a crowd pleaser for your table.
I got a last minute rattage bottle and took it with me to a family gathering this weekend to get a broader set of opinions on the wine. The color is deep and inky. Tasters agreed that the wine was of medium aromatic intensity leading with dark fruit along the lines of currant, blackberry and dark plum. Additional aromas noted included chocolate, pepper, a hint of leather and bramble. The pepper aroma came out slightly more after the initial sip.
This is a smooth, easy wine with a gentle entry and medium acidity. The bottle stated a 15%+ alcohol level, but there was no hint of heat on the nose or on the entry. Nicely fruit forward, currant and plum continued to lead on the palate, but the wine was well balanced and structured. Tannins were rounded and elegant, and led the way to a clean, medium finish. One of the tasters said of the tannin, “just right”, the way she liked it. All the tasters agreed that it was an easy wine to like, and it would be a good choice for a party or group.
There were a variety of cheeses and snacks. The wine was an easy partner for the charcuterie boards, and went nicely with chocolate macaroons as well. It is a full bodied wine, but doesn’t hit you over the head with “boldness.” The wine seemed quite versatile, and I could see this wine pairing nicely with a variety of foods. Overall nice fruit, full and round in the mouth with no sharp edges or angles. It seems ready now, and it certainly disappeared quickly after the initial tasting. Cheers!
2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah, Dry Creek Valley
Sensory Notes
Color: Dark ruby
Aromas: Black cherry and dark plum
Palate: Elegant texture with a richly layered finish of black cherry and dark plum
The Vineyard
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
Not for sale on winery website, $660/case MSRP
About The Winery
Available States
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Thursday, Feb 12 - Monday, Feb 16
2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah
3 bottles for $64.99 $21.66/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $184.99 $15.42/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
“Thank God you brought this bottle to the party” said one of the tasters. Short take: the 2019 Michel-Schlumberger Platinum Collection Syrah will be a crowd pleaser for your table.
I got a last minute rattage bottle and took it with me to a family gathering this weekend to get a broader set of opinions on the wine. The color is deep and inky. Tasters agreed that the wine was of medium aromatic intensity leading with dark fruit along the lines of currant, blackberry and dark plum. Additional aromas noted included chocolate, pepper, a hint of leather and bramble. The pepper aroma came out slightly more after the initial sip.
This is a smooth, easy wine with a gentle entry and medium acidity. The bottle stated a 15%+ alcohol level, but there was no hint of heat on the nose or on the entry. Nicely fruit forward, currant and plum continued to lead on the palate, but the wine was well balanced and structured. Tannins were rounded and elegant, and led the way to a clean, medium finish. One of the tasters said of the tannin, “just right”, the way she liked it. All the tasters agreed that it was an easy wine to like, and it would be a good choice for a party or group.
There were a variety of cheeses and snacks. The wine was an easy partner for the charcuterie boards, and went nicely with chocolate macaroons as well. It is a full bodied wine, but doesn’t hit you over the head with “boldness.” The wine seemed quite versatile, and I could see this wine pairing nicely with a variety of foods. Overall nice fruit, full and round in the mouth with no sharp edges or angles. It seems ready now, and it certainly disappeared quickly after the initial tasting. Cheers!