Charles Smith Boom Boom Syrah

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

The Boom Boom Syrah was created by Charles Smith as a tribute to “Boom Boom” O’Brien, a woman he considered his first lost love. Launched in 2007, it has been a Washington State signature since.

Big, bold, and full-bodied, it’s made with 96% Syrah, 3% Viognier, and 1% Grenache grapes. This dry red wine has an ABV of 14%, and has a pleasing, easy mouthfeel. It gives explosive aromas of herb, blackberry, and white pepper. Zesty and spicy on the palate, it has lively notes of raspberry, pepper, and fine tannins.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

The Charles Smith Boom Boom Syrah is great to pair with hearty dishes, like slow-roasted pork, saucy barbecue ribs, lamb cutlets, or lamb meatballs.

ROCK STAR WINE

Despite growing up an hour away from the famous Napa Valley in California, Charles Smith’s love and passion for wine was sparked in Europe, while he worked as manager for a number of rock bands. He met a winemaker in 1999, in Washington, who convinced him to make his own wines. Thus, Charles Smith Wines was born. He released his first vintage in 2001. And he was named Winemaker of the Year three times—in 2009 by Food & Wine, in 2010 by Seattle Magazine, and in 2014 by Wine Enthusiast.

Storage Instructions

Store unopened red wines in a cool, dry, and dark place safe from constant vibration. Keep your bottle horizontal in a wine rack or cellar to retain the moistness of the cork. The ideal temperature for storage is between 16 to 18°C. Once opened, a bottle will be good for 3 to 5 days standing upright in the refrigerator.