2021 Hampton Vineyard Syrah

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Syrah

Wine Enthusiast

Vineyard Sources

100% Hampton Vineyard located in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged 21 months in 100% French oak, of which 46% is new

Cooperage

Francois Freres, Gillet, Ermitage

Technical Data

Composition

100% Syrah

Alcohol %

14.9

Acidity

0.580 g/100mL

3.80

Harvest Brix

26.8

Harvest Date

10/6/21

Production

328 cases

Description

Syrah is a dark-skinned, hearty grape that is healthy, early-ripening and easy to work with for both grower and winemaker alike. Dark berries and black plum aromas practically leap from a glass of this 2021 Hampton Vineyard Syrah with layers of dried herbs, tar, smoke and BBQ meat to follow. Blackberry and blueberry compote rule the palate, while leather, grilled herbs, dark chocolate and scorched earth lead to a long, satisfying finish.

This richly textured, bold Syrah pairs particularly well with grilled meats and vegetables, wild game, or beef stew.

Wine Critic Reviews

"Classic bacon, iodine and black plum aromas meet with uplifting hints of violet and lavender on the lively nose of this bottling. The palate shows much more of the gamy qualities, alongside waves of purple fruit and flower as well as pepper spice on the finish." ~ Wine Enthusiast