Hudson Vineyard North Pleine de Chene Syrah
⏳ Drinking Window
2024 - 2032
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb chops, grilled ribeye steak, wild game stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the cool, windswept clay soils of the legendary Hudson Vineyard in the Carneros region of Napa Valley, Bedrock's 'Plein de Chêne' Syrah is a masterclass in power and structural harmony. The name, translating to 'full of oak,' pays homage to the traditional, bold Northern Rhône style of aging Syrah in 100% new French oak barrels—specifically thick-staved demi-muids. While such a treatment would overwhelm lesser fruit, the intense, deeply concentrated Syrah from Lee Hudson's iconic property possesses the sheer density, high natural acidity, and savory depth to beautifully integrate the wood. The result is a majestic, complex red wine defined by signature cool-climate Syrah characteristics of cracked black pepper, cured meats, black olive tapenade, and dark forest fruits, framed by luxurious, velvety tannins.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2007 by winemaker Morgan Twain-Peterson MW, Bedrock Wine Co. is rooted in Sonoma, California, with a devoted mission to rehabilitate and preserve the state's historic old-vine vineyards. Operating out of the storied Bedrock Vineyard in Sonoma Valley—first planted in the mid-19th century—Twain-Peterson and partner Chris Cottrell champion California's viticultural heritage through minimalist, terroir-focused winemaking. The winery crafts energetic, site-expressive wines using classic heritage field blends alongside traditional varieties like Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay. Renowned for vitality and authenticity, Bedrock's bottlings, particularly the iconic Bedrock Heritage and single-vineyard old-vine expressions, stand as vital benchmarks of historic California wine.