There is a bakery-like quality reminiscent of yeasty apple strudel and roasted nuts

layered over toasted oak and subtle dark coffee notes

and alcoholic fermentation takes place with selected yeast strains at a maximum of 18°C — a method designed to preserve the delicate aromatics of Crete's white varietals

with the natural cherry essence lingering well beyond expectations for a flavored vodka

Copain Tous Ensemble Syrah macallan-untitled-tasting There is a bakery-like qualityCopain Tous Ensemble Syrah is a cool climate, 100% Syrah from Mendocino County, California, bottled at approximately 13. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2016 vintage earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast reviewer Jim Gordon, and Robert Parker has called it "one of Copain's best values every year" a rare endorsement for a wine at this price tier. Quick Facts: ABV: ~13. 5% Origin: Mendocino County, California Varietal: 100% Syrah Winery: Copain