93 Points - Vinous
91 Points - Wine Enthusiast
A great example of where Cabernet's structure and depth are balanced by Syrah's jammy fruit-forward flavors. Pairs well with rich spicy dishes like rosemary & garlic rack of lamb, or a spicy grilled steak.
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Varietal Composition: 60% Syrah, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard Source: 100% Camp Four Vineyard (Blocks 4 & 17) located in the Santa Ynez Valley
Harvest Dates: 10/9/17 - 10/23/17
Cooperage: A.P. John, Sirugue
Harvest Brix: 24.4 - 25.7
Acid: 0.539 g/100ml
pH: 3.74
Alcohol: 14.8%
Production: 504 cases
Gold Medal
Light pink in color with aromas of watermelon, cranberry, orange rind, and fresh spring flowers that leap from the glass. The palate offers more peach, strawberry, and melon, with an intriguing note of rose and hibiscus. It's crisp with just the perfect hint of red fruit, and delicate whisper of strawberry that gives goosebumps.
97 Points
Lush and fleshy, with cassis, boysenberry, and blackberry notes guided by hints of alder and mesquite. Stays open but defined through the finish, with a buried hint of sweet tobacco. A rich, layered beast, this has a nose rife with currants, blackberries, vanilla, and light toast with flavors of mocha, plum, and Bing cherry that mingle harmoniously on the tongue.
