2022 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah

New vintage release

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Syrah

Wine Enthusiast

Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney's Vineyard (Blocks F3, J2, J1, F1, F2 & I) located on the Fess Parker home ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged 22 months in 100% French oak, of which 36% were new

Cooperage

Francois Freres, Mercurey, Sirugue, Gillet, Meyrieux

Technical Data

Composition

97% Syrah, 3% Viognier

Alcohol %

14.3

Acidity

0.572 g/100mL

3.85

Harvest Brix

22.4-25.1

Harvest Date

9/28-10/5/22

Production

1,380 cases

Description

This Syrah is a rich, complex, full-bodied wine exhibiting layers of berry, cherry, cassis, clove, spice, earth, toast and smoke flavors. Enjoyable upon release, this wine will reward those with the patience to cellar it for 10 years or more.

Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Syrah by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. Our estate vineyard, named in memory of Fess' late son-in-law, was planted in 1989 to predominantly Rhone varietal types. The wines from this vineyard have consistently been some of the most expressive and highly acclaimed in our portfolio.

Wine Critic Reviews

"This is a very well balanced Syrah from a vineyard planted in 1989 that hits on a range of varietal highlights. Aromas of black plum and lavender potpourri decorate the nose. The palate is lavish in texture, rich in body and toasty in flavors of roasted purple fruit and peppercorn." ~ Wine Enthusiast "...fabulous. Rich blue/purple fruit, tar, crushed rocks, toasted exotic spices and sizzling floral tones from the 3% Viognier in the blend make for a beautiful, poised, ready-to-drink interpretation of the variety. I really like the immediacy of the fruit and the textural polish here. Very well done, and a standout in this range." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous "...It has a deep ruby/plum hue and offers aromatics of gamey blackberries, sage, pepper, and violets. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it's a rich, concentrated, focused, nicely structured Syrah that will evolve gracefully over the coming 10-12 years. Drink 2025-2037." ~ Jeb Dunnuck