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As is common with now-classic California wine regions, Mendocino County was once thought too cold to successfully ripen grapes.
This tucked-away area began making its name in the 1980s with sparkling wine, and is now a top source of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. But, as growers have increasingly learned, where those cool-climate grapes thrive so will Syrah.
Scroll down for Matthew Luczy’s top-scoring Mendocino County Syrahs
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Matthew Luczy’s top Mendocino County Syrahs
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{"wineId":"46350","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"46351","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"46352","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"46353","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
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