Epiphany
2017 Red Blend
, Syrah-Cabernet
Santa Barbara County
93 Points - Vinous
91 Points - Wine Enthusiast
Savory aromas of dark berries, cassis, baking spices and vanilla that intermingle with earthy notes of dried tobacco, cigar box and leather. This wine is bold and racy. Ripe dark cherry, chocolate, licorice and mint open up at first, with cedar, bay leaf, tobacco, leather and sweet new oak shining through. Dark fruit flavors carry on to the palate, with dark chocolate, vanilla and a hint of black currant.
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
Epiphany finds its identity and passion in the production of esoteric Rhone-based varietals and blends from some of the finest vineyard designates in California.
Founded by Eli Parker at the turn of the last century, Epiphany was at first intended as a creative outlet for the then adventurous winemaking son of Fess Parker. As the years progressed, Eli assumed the role of Brand Visionary, paving the way for winemaker Blair Fox to assume the enological reins at the winery. The Epiphany portfolio has become a highly coveted selection of mostly Santa Barbara County- designated Rhone-inspired wines, considered by leading critics to be a flagship producer from this vibrant growing region.
Epiphany has transformed into a leading, contemporary producer of Rhone-based and esoteric varietal wines from the Central Coast, and a meaningful representation of the second generation of the Parker family name, and their continued dedication to ultra-premium wine production on the Central Coast.
Sought after by chefs, sommeliers, retail buyers and consumers alike, the Epiphany brand has distinguished itself among the wine cognoscenti as a trustworthy, quality-oriented and forward-thinking wine brand.
Learn more at www.epiphanywineco.com.
