2021 Domaine Garon Jardins de Rome Syrah

Domaine Garon is a 12.5-acre estate in Ampuis. It has been in the Garon family since the early 19th century. Like many growers in the area, the Garon family sold their grapes to Guigal for many decades. But in 1995 Jean-Francois and Carmen Garon started bottling their own wine. In 2003 sons Kevin and Fabien, both of whom earned college degrees in viticulture, joined their parents in running the business. Since then a new cellar has been built. Wine Advocate notes that “the wines have a traditional, age-worthy feel. These are serious wines….and deserve more attention!”

This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.