Alcohol: 13.12 %
Grape(s): 100 % Syrah
Location: Coombsville, Napa Valley, California, USA
Tasting Notes: This is a pure, terroir-driven Syrah with aromas of white pepper, red berries, hibiscus, orange blossom, and sliced Wagyu beef. The palate is medium-bodied, with integrated fine tannins, balanced density, and a firm, framed finish. It reads as elegant and fresh rather than overripe, with a savory, spicy profile.
Notes: The Forgeron Syrah is naturally fermented, pressed very gently, and aged solely in large neutral foudres. The wine comes from Haynes Vineyard’s old-vine Syrah in Coombsville, with soils described as a mixture of volcanic ash, alluvial material, and diatomaceous earth. The estate is certified CCOF and biodynamic, and the bottling is positioned as a site-focused expression of Syrah.
Food Pairing: Roast lamb, grilled duck, peppered steak, mushrooms, and herb-forward dishes.
Winery Story: Haynes Vineyard is a historic Coombsville site first planted in 1967, with Syrah among its key estate varieties. “Forgeron” is one of the estate’s tiered labels and is presented as a focused, structured expression of the vineyard’s older vines and cool, volcanic terroir.
