Product details
2023 Syrah
$90.00
88% Syrah, 12% Grenache Blanc
2023 Ojai Mountain Syrah leans toward the northern Rhône in spirit, lifted, savory, and driven by line rather than weight. Bright florals and cool-toned notes of lingonberry, tart cherry, cracked pepper, and lavender set the tone. The palate is precise and medium-bodied, shaped by fine tannins, fresh acidity, and a subtle graphite minerality. Neutral oak stays firmly in the background. At 13.1% alcohol, this is Syrah made for the table, with the structure and balance to age with ease.
Alcohol: 13.1% | pH: 3.79 | TA: 5.4 | Malic Acid: <0.05
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Winemaking
Winemaking
Harvested: September 26, 2023
Bottled: April 30, 2025
Released: February 2026
5-day cold soak
Open-top fermentation
Fermented and aged for 19 months in 100% neutral French oak barriques
56 cases
Food Pairing
Food Pairing
Pan-seared duck breast with caramelized apples and black pepper; grilled lamb chops with thyme and charred shallots; wild mushroom risotto with aged Parmesan; roasted root vegetables with rosemary and olive oil.
This Syrah's savory edge and firm structure handle rich, peppery dishes while the Grenache Blanc component keeps things lifted and fresh.
Duck breast with tart apples and black pepper crust. The wine's peppery, herbal character mirrors the seasoning, while firm tannins and fresh acidity cut through the richness.
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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.