Dark purple color. Aromas of blueberry, orange blossoms, anise and black pepper signify our first release Syrah blend. With steady aeration, these aromas continue to unravel and become intense. Upon taste, this Syrah is very engaging with silky texture and flavors of chocolate. Whether it is an entree or dessert, this Syrah will pair well most cuisine. This wine will drink well for 8-10 years.

91 points, Connoisseurs' Guide (Nov. 07): 40% Sonoma County, 31% Santa Clara, 29% Santa Barbara Counties: “Sweet oak plays a very substantial role here, yet the wine’s fine line of well-focused fruit and its nicely stated varietal spice face no jeopardy of being pushed to the side. Fleshy, fully ripened and a touch firm in overall balance, this bottling is fullbodied without being heavy and shows a slight tendency to tighten at the end. It is, however, a very young wine and, while easy enough to drink in the near term, it has the clear capacity to expand over the next half dozen years or so.”

90 Points, Wine Enthusiast (Dec. 1, 2007): “… balanced, elegant and delicious. It shows classic Syrah flavors of blackberries, cassis and chocolate, with a spicy edge of white pepper and cinnamon …”

This wine was recently featured in The California Wine Club's wine of the month club.