- Last updated on April 3, 2023
Welcome! This is our Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah review.
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah is a delightful red wine hailing from the Horse Heaven Hills AVA of Washington State.
This wine is made using 100% Syrah grapes and is known for its bold and rich flavor profile.
Find below our Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah Review
- Brand: Columbia Crest
- Grape Varietal: Syrah
- Region: United States, Washington
- Tasting Notes: Plum & Blackberry fruit notes
- Glass & Serving: Bordeaux / 59-64 °F (15-18 °C) / Decant up to 1 hr
- Store: Up to 5 Years
- Price Range: ~$10
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah review: What's its color?
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah wine has a deep ruby color with hints of purple.
It forms thick, slow-moving tears when swirled, indicating a full-bodied texture.
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What does Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah taste like?
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah is entirely made fom Shiraz grapes and aged for roughly 14 months in older and new French and American oak barrels.
Is Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah review: Which food pairs well with it?
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah is a bold wine with intense flavors, as such, we recommend to pair with equally strong flavor dishes.
Classic appetizers are veal ragu pasta, grilled vegetables, onions and mushroom dishes to name some.
Meat wise go for burgers, BBQ ribs, and lamb for example.
If you are a cheese lover our recommendations for you are semi-hard and blue cheeses like Cheddar and Gorgonzola for example.
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah review: What's its alcohol content?
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah wine’s alcohol content is 14.5%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Columbia Crest?
Here is an extract from the Columbia Crest website:
“Founded in 1982, Columbia Crest was the very first winery in the famed Horse Heaven Hills AVA.
Since then, our unwavering passion for crafting wines of outstanding quality has earned unparalleled global acclaim for our vintages.
We build on that legacy with every harvest, honoring the rich heritage of Washington wine in every bottle.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah is a delicious and approachable wine that showcases the quality of Syrah grapes from Washington State.
With its bold and rich flavor profile, balanced acidity, and velvety texture, this wine is a great choice for any casual occasion.
Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just starting to explore the world of wine, Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah is definitely worth trying.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
FAQ
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Syrah/Shiraz.
Where does Syrah/Shiraz grow best?
Syrah/Shiraz gives its best in a moderate to cool climate, eg France: Rhône Valley. It is though as well cultivated in warm climates too, e.g. Australia.
When is the perfect time to drink Syrah/Shiraz?
If you have organized a BBQ or have been invited to one, Syrah/Shiraz is your best bet. It will complement perfectly with ribs, burgers, and any other braised or roasted meats.
What are the differences between Syrah vs Shiraz?
Syrah and Shiraz are two different names for the same grape that though produces different styles.
- Syrah is the name used in France and for the “Old World” wine style. It usually has higher acidity, higher tannins, herbaceous and earthy notes, moderate fruit components with tertiary smoke flavors.
- Shiraz is the name used in Australia and for the “New World” wine style. It usually is easier to drink with fewer tannins, higher in alcohol, intense black fruit aromas, with tertiary spice (black pepper) flavors.
