2022 Syrah, Edna Valley

Crafted from locally grown grapes form the northern end of the Edna Valley, this wine captures the classic characteristics of a cool-climate Syrah. Following continued drought conditions, early bud break and a cool and windy spring, the warmer summer months in 2022 allowed us to hand harvest this Syrah in mid-October. Following fermentation, the wine aged in well seasoned French oak barrels for 10 months before bottling.

There are lively aromas of wild blueberries, peppered jerky and granola, leading to flavors of ripe purple plum and black pepper, silky tannins and a smooth finish. Enjoy this wine with barbecued beef ribs, smash burgers, and perhaps a spicy, smokey Cajun dish like the recipe that accompanies this newsletter.