Product details
2021 Syrah
$95.00
100% Estrella Clone
This Syrah captivates with its brooding and opaque appearance. The wind-shaped, thicker skins of mountain grapes give rise to its distinct color. Opulent and savory notes of smoked meats harmoniously blend with vibrant acidity. It fills the palate beautifully, balancing a robust body with an elegant lightness. This masterfully crafted wine showcases both power and finesse. It is truly extraordinary and can mature into an exceptional vintage over the next 15+ years.
Alcohol: 14.3% | pH: 3.47 | TA: 6.9
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Winemaking
Winemaking
Harvested: September 1, 2021
Bottled: May 13, 2023
Released: February 2024
5-day cold soak
Open-top fermentation
Fermented and aged for 19 months in 100% neutral French oak barriques
86 cases
Accolades
Accolades
Accolades
The 2021 Syrah Ojai Mountain Syrah offers a darker core of blackberry-like fruits intermixed with ample ground pepper, leather, smoked meat, and scorched earth aromas and flavors. It too is concentrated, has medium to full-bodied richness, beautiful tannins, and a great finish. This is one classy Syrah that will evolve gracefully for 10-15 years. — Jeb Dunnuck
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Why High-Altitude Wines Stand Out?
Acidity
The large diurnal shift of mountains preserves acidity, allowing wines to age well and pair with food.
Minerality
Rugged, poor soils cultivate wines with a distinctive touch of minerality.
Bold Tannins
Strong ocean winds and UV rays account for thicker grape skins and bolder tannins in wine.
Complexity
Natural variability of terrain within blocks and micro-climates enhance blending process, helping to crafting wines with complexity.