2021 Syrah. 96 points!

2021 Syrah. From the CCOF Certified Organic Kimsey Vineyard. Ballard Canyon AVA, Santa Barbara County. Blend of Alban and 470 clones. 50% whole cluster and co-fermented with 3% Viognier. 15 months in neutral French oak. Unfined and Unfiltered. 118 cases made. 

96 points.  A lovely expression of Syrah, this wine offers elegant layers of black cherry, blackberry, and plum, lifted by rose petal and rhubarb aromatics. Cherry pit and crushed violet notes emerge on the medium-bodied palate, framed by velvety tannins laced with floral nuance.  Dark salted chocolate rises on the juicy, lingering finish, adding depth and savor to this polished and expressive red.  Tasted 5/24/25- Jonathan Cristaldi