1994 Araujo Eisele Vineyard Syrah - 750ml
1994 Araujo Eisele Vineyard Syrah - 750ml

1994 Araujo Eisele Vineyard Syrah - 750ml

$365.00
1994 Araujo Eisele Vineyard Syrah - 98 pts!

During their twenty-three years of stewardship of the Eisele Vineyard, the Araujos were committed to maintaining links with Napa Valley’s rural history while building on the Eisele’s accomplishments. Taking an exceptional piece of land for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, the Araujos created an authentic winegrowing estate. They replanted the vines, introduced organic farming and became among the first Napa Valley vintners to embrace the principles of biodynamic farming. They re-designed the estate grounds and safeguarded a diverse eco-system to ensure the health of the land.

The Araujos also constructed the first winery on the property, including temperature-controlled caves, tastefully

integrating the architecture with the natural and historic landscape. And they produced outstanding wines, exquisite Cabernet Sauvignons that secured a world-class reputation for the Eisele Vineyard and created a touchstone for Napa Valley.

In 1990 the Araujos also identified a small number of Syrah vines within a Cabernet block dating from 1978 grafts, and from these vines they developed a dedicated Syrah program. Additionally, they brought Sauvignon Blanc to an east-facing slope of the Eisele Vineyard. The Araujo’s contribution to this property – its beauty and vitality, its wines and its stature – cannot be overstated. Their work will speak through this place as long as vines are in the ground.

When we arrived at Araujo Estate in 2013, forty vintages had already carried the Eisele Vineyard designation. We admire and respect these wines immensely. Their exceptional balance, elegance and restraint spoke to us, and we found the expression of terroir to be pure, honest and unmistakable. We were captivated and humbled, knowing that giving voice to this place would be both a privilege and a challenge.

As we continue to write the history of Eisele Vineyard, we build on the spirit of stewardship that defines its past. Our journey here is an exploration, a quest to understand this vineyard more deeply — its geologic construct, the variations in terroir, and the nature of its ancient soils. Changes, when considered, are only in service to letting the terroir speak more clearly. To this work, our experienced team brings creativity, curiosity, and an unflagging passion for excellence.

Varietal Syrah
Vintage 1994
Rating 98 RP
Bottle Size 750 ml
Bottle Quantity 1
Country USA
Region California
Location North Coast
Producer Araujo Estate
Color Red
Wine Type Table
Rating 98 RP - The 1994 Syrah Eisele Vineyard which is blended with 8% Viognier will be released next year. Approximately 800 cases were produced. It may be the single greatest Syrah yet produced in California. The wine exhibits an opaque purple color followed by a fabulous nose of black fruits pepper minerals and a subtle whiff of Viognier's honeysuckle fruit. It is magnificent on the palate with massive richness yet remarkably no heaviness or coarseness. It is a tour de force in winemaking. This wine should easily stride through the next three decades.
Wine Spectator
Burghound
Varietal Syrah
Vintage 1994
Rating 98 RP
Barrels
French Oak 
Style
CA Syrah
Owners
Bart & Daphne Araujo
Region California
Location North Coast
Producer Araujo Eisele Vineyards
Winemaker
Helene Mingot
Production
cases (approx)
    Varietal Syrah
    Vintage 1994
    Rating 98 RP
    Bottle Size 750 ml
    Bottle Quantity 1
    Country USA
    Region California
    Location North Coast
    Producer Araujo Estate
    Color Red
    Wine Type Table
    Varietal Syrah
    Vintage 1994
    Rating 98 RP
    Barrels
    French Oak
    Style
    CA Syrah
    Owners
    Bart & Daphne Araujo
    Region California
    Location North Coast
    Producer Araujo Estate
    Winemaker
    Helene Mingot
    Production
    Robert Parker Rating 98 RP - The 1994 Syrah Eisele Vineyard which is blended with 8% Viognier will be released next year. Approximately 800 cases were produced. It may be the single greatest Syrah yet produced in California. The wine exhibits an opaque purple color followed by a fabulous nose of black fruits pepper minerals and a subtle whiff of Viognier's honeysuckle fruit. It is magnificent on the palate with massive richness yet remarkably no heaviness or coarseness. It is a tour de force in winemaking. This wine should easily stride through the next three decades.
    Antonio Galloni Rating
    Wine Spectator Rating
    Burghound Rating

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