WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
The delicate, elevated aromatics of white pepper, lavender, and violets intertwine with the savory components of olive brine and cured meat (think Jamón Ibérico), unmistakably signaling cold climate. The texture is vibrant with a smooth and silky nature that leaves you craving more
TASTING NOTES:
The funky cool-climate components of seaweed, olive tapenade and turned soil meet with tar and dark berry on the nose of this bottling. Zesty acidify cuts through the palate's raw lamb, squid ink and green herb flavors, with underripe plum and berry adding fruit elements.
- Wine Enthusiast, 94 pts.
Reminding me of a top Saint Joseph, the 2020 Syrah Sta. Rita Hills offers lots of black and blue fruits, notes of peppery herbs, medium body, juicy acidity, and a balanced, age-worthy style. Seeing 40% whole clusters and neutral wood, it will evolve for a decade.
- Jebb Dunnuck, 93 pts.
Medium ruby, the 2020 Syrah Estate has layered, broody aromas of blackcurrants, menthol, dried earth, pipe tobacco and graphite. The palate is firm and earthy, with flavors of mushroom and tobacco lingering on the finish.
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 pts.
