2021 Revelation Red

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Red Blend

Wine Enthusiast

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney's Vineyard (Blocks J2, P1, F1 & F3) located on the Fess Parker Home Ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged 21 months in 100% French oak, of which 27% were new 228L Burgundy barrels and 500L Puncheons

Cooperage

Atelier Centre, Mercurey, Ermitage

Technical Data

Composition

59% Syrah, 41% Grenache

Alcohol %

14.9

Acidity

0.530 g/100mL

3.72

Harvest Brix

24.0-26.1

Harvest Date

10/11 - 10/25/21

Production

360 cases

Description

Revelation is made from the top barrel selections of Syrah and Grenache in our effort to create the absolute best blend from Rodney's Vineyard.

Our Grenache is aged in 500L puncheon barrels which allows for less oxygen to oxidize the wine, keeping it fresh and bright while slowing the aging process. Syrah contributes darker fruit flavors and structure while Grenache brightens the blend and adds red fruit characteristics.

Structure and acidity make this a wine you can age. Pairing Revelation with grilled meats is a given but enjoying it with slow cooked roasts of pork or lamb is equally delicious.

Wine Critic Reviews

"There’s a dark core of plum and berry fruit on the nose of this blend of Syrah and Grenache, but it’s awash in dank herbs, reduced soy and hints of tar that are well integrated. The savory show of soy and tar extends through the palate, where a persistent acidity balances the roasted berry and herb flavors. Drink now–2041. " ~ Wine Enthusiast "Always a terrific wine, the 2021 Rodney's Vineyard Revelation is no exception. Based on 59% Syrah and 41% Grenache, it has a healthy ruby hue to go with great notes of spicy red and black fruits, bouquet garni, ground pepper, and damp flowers. Beautifully balanced, medium-bodied, and elegant on the palate, it can be drunk any time over the coming 7-8 years, if not a decade." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "The 2021 Revelation Rodney's Vineyard is the top red blend in the Epiphany range. Deep, pliant and resonant in the glass, the 2021 offers up copious dark-fleshed fruit, licorice, spice, incense and a kiss of French oak. This exuberant red blend is sure to be a crowd-pleaser." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous