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
Generously packed with black cherry, cola, cassis, and plum that all intermingle together in a creamy, velvety texture with great layering, finishing with delightful notes of oak and spice. Persistent, well-defined structure, wonderfully balanced.
96 Point Vintage
Entices with aromas of Bing cherry, raspberry, and cedar spice. Indicative of the cool vintage, the wine carries a freshness throughout. The palate offers a harmonious balance between bright red fruit, spice, and nicely woven tannins.
94 Points
Deep garnet-purple colored, it leaps from the glass with vibrant notes of fresh black currants, kirsch, and mulberries... Full-bodied, the palate delivers a firm line of grainy tannins with bold freshness to frame the muscular black fruit, finishing long and cedary.
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.
