2019 Peake Ranch John Sebastiano Vineyard Syrah Sta. Rita Hills

Winemaker Notes:  The 2019 Syrah starts in the glass with Inky and garnet red color. Showing complexity and strength on the nose. Savory aromatics lead with notes of cedar barbeque, pink peppercorns, and caramelized sugar on a blackberry pie. The tannins are broad and dominating the palate upfront, while the acidity comes in later to extend the wine’s length. The velvety tannin structure creates an alluring texture throughout the palate. Harvested later in the season, this wine shows the intention and power of a vine which utilizes the entire growing season for developing the gorgeous fruit.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM

Jeb Dunnuck - "Sourced all from the Sta. Rita Hills section of the John Sebastiano Vineyard, the 2019 Syrah John Sebastiano Vineyard is a rock star effort that spent 18 months in neutral barrels. Black raspberries, olive tapenade, smoked herbs, and crushed flower notes all flow to a rich, full-bodied beauty that has ultra-fine tannins, thrilling purity and a great, great finish. Love it. "


Wine Enthusiast - " Dark-plum and boysen berry aromas are lifted by licorice and made savory with dried meat on the nose of this bottling. The palate is full bodied in berry fruit and pie spice, but with pretty floral edges. Needs a tad of mellowing. Drink 2022–2034."