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Isolde's Rapture
Monterey County, California
A cool climate Gold Medal-Winning Syrah from Monterey County full of deep fruit flavors and smooth tannins
ABOUT THIS WINE:
![Isolde's Rapture](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/2337/mobile/Isolde's_Rapture_Syrah_P2ISO18SYR05_LABEL.png?1598893459)
Isolde's Rapture
Syrah
Monterey County could be considered the absolute perfect grape growing region in Central California. Broadly a cool climate region thanks to maritime influences and weather coming off the Pacific Ocean, vineyards planted in the area are tough and strong. In environments like this with generally cooler weather and just the right amount of sunshine, grapes are able to slowly ripen which allows them to develop deeply concentrated flavors and a natural acidity. Syrah is a grape that does well in both warm and cool climates, but the cooler weather in Monterey allows a leaner style of the varietal to truly shine. Flavors of dark red fruits and notes of allspice hit the palate and combine with big yet delicately smooth tannins. This wine is incredibly easy-drinking and perfect for pairing with dark red meats roasted, braised, or off the grill.
ABOUT THIS WINE
![Isolde's Rapture](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/2337/mobile/Isolde's_Rapture_Syrah_P2ISO18SYR05_LABEL.png?1598893459)
Isolde's Rapture
Syrah
Monterey County could be considered the absolute perfect grape growing region in Central California. Broadly a cool climate region thanks to maritime influences and weather coming off the Pacific Ocean, vineyards planted in the area are tough and strong. In environments like this with generally cooler weather and just the right amount of sunshine, grapes are able to slowly ripen which allows them to develop deeply concentrated flavors and a natural acidity. Syrah is a grape that does well in both warm and cool climates, but the cooler weather in Monterey allows a leaner style of the varietal to truly shine. Flavors of dark red fruits and notes of allspice hit the palate and combine with big yet delicately smooth tannins. This wine is incredibly easy-drinking and perfect for pairing with dark red meats roasted, braised, or off the grill.
![Isolde's Rapture](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/2337/desktop/Isolde's_Rapture_Syrah_P2ISO18SYR05_LABEL.png?1598893459)
WINE REGION:
![Outline of Monterey County](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/1848/normal/California_Central_Coast.png?1616011014)
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
WINE REGION
![Outline of Monterey County](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/1848/normal/California_Central_Coast.png?1616011014)
Monterey County
Not to be confused with Monterey AVA, Monterey County is a larger designation that also includes the Carmel and San Antonio valleys, among others. Encompassing three distinct zones at the northern end of the Central Coast, Monterey County produces vast amounts of high-quality Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. For reds, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have often been replaced by Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache in recent years. These cooler-climate grapes achieve greatness through the influence of Monterey Bay, which pushes cold fogs and chilly afternoon winds down the Salinas Valley, tempering the sun's heat and allowing a long, moderate ripening season.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
![Isolde's Rapture 2017 Syrah](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/3011/desktop/P2ISO18SYR05_FLE.png?1605922138)
Pairs well with…
Beef Stew, Flank Steak, Pork Carnitas
Pairs well with…
Beef Stew, Flank Steak, Pork Carnitas
FLAVOR PROFILE
![Isolde's Rapture 2017 Syrah](https://images.firstleaf.com/images/3011/desktop/P2ISO18SYR05_FLE.png?1605922138)
Pairs well with…
Beef Stew, Flank Steak, Pork Carnitas
Pairs well with…
Beef Stew, Flank Steak, Pork Carnitas
TASTING NOTES:
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2594/normal/Milk_Chocolate.png?1708835548)
Chocolate
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2620/normal/plum.png?1538088393)
Plum
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2593/normal/cherry.png?1538088419)
Cherry
Dark red fruit flavors of cherry and red plum combine with notes of mocha and baker’s chocolate. Each sip has a bold spiciness and peppery flavor that is complemented by big but delicately smooth tannins. Deep in color, this wine is a perfect match for fall nights around a fire.
TASTING NOTES
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2594/normal/Milk_Chocolate.png?1708835548)
Chocolate
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2620/normal/plum.png?1538088393)
Plum
![](https://images.firstleaf.com/taxons/2593/normal/cherry.png?1538088419)
Cherry
Dark red fruit flavors of cherry and red plum combine with notes of mocha and baker’s chocolate. Each sip has a bold spiciness and peppery flavor that is complemented by big but delicately smooth tannins. Deep in color, this wine is a perfect match for fall nights around a fire.
AWARDS:
Isolde's Rapture
7 TOTAL AWARDS
Gold Medal, 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 Winemaker Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 London Wine Competition
AWARDS
Isolde's Rapture
7 TOTAL AWARDS
Gold Medal, 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 Winemaker Challenge
Silver Medal, 2021 London Wine Competition
![award medal](/static/e14f73c17a7583745a7c8399c9d1a731/1852b/Award-Medal-opt.png)
ABOUT THE BRAND:
![large bunches of red grapes on the vine](/static/1194e56820adfeee543f9cb0c258b6e1/524cb/grapes-1.jpg)
Isolde's Rapture
Isolde and Tristen's romance is a classic love tragedy. Her knowledge of magical potions could not stave off their untimely death, but this wine encapsulates her intense love and joy. With the same ferocity of Isolde, our winemaker poured their passion into each bottle of Isolde's Rapture – spellbinding in its own right.
ABOUT THE BRAND
![large bunches of red grapes on the vine](/static/1194e56820adfeee543f9cb0c258b6e1/524cb/grapes-1.jpg)
Isolde's Rapture
Isolde and Tristen's romance is a classic love tragedy. Her knowledge of magical potions could not stave off their untimely death, but this wine encapsulates her intense love and joy. With the same ferocity of Isolde, our winemaker poured their passion into each bottle of Isolde's Rapture – spellbinding in its own right.