It is non-vintage, made from 100% Estate Syrah, aged in neutral oak barrels for an average of 3 years, and was fortified with 191 proof alcohol to produce a alcohol level of about 18.5%.  The wine is produced by taking our Syrah wine grapes, fermenting in tanks until the residual sugar is approximately 8%.  At that time, the fermentation is stopped, the grape must is pressed, and alcohol is added.  After a brief settling time, the wine is barreled and moved to the cave for aging.