Tasting Highlights: California Rhônes, Part 1

Syrah and Grenache lead a selection of 16 outstanding Rhône varietals and blends from California

By James Laube
Posted: Monday, December 10, 2007

Syrah is more than pulling its weight in California. Each year this transplanted Rhône Valley grape (along with its cohorts Grenache, Mourvèdre, Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier) serves up more and more.....

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