2022 Deep Sea Syrah, Santa Ynez Valley

Sourced from the Valley View Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley, this Syrah is crafted with 96% Syrah grapes and 4% Viognier. The addition of the Viognier is a practice known as "method blonde.” Aged for 19 months in a combination of 30% new French Oak and 70% neutral M+French Oak barrels, it strikes a perfect balance between fruit, earthy notes, and oak. Smells Like: Blueberry, Sage, Tobacco, Black Pepper, and Earth (forest floor). Tastes Like:  Dark Fruits, Espresso, Plum and Cedar. Limited Production: 246 cases.