Displaying blueish-purple in the glass, this Syrah from Bien Nacido Estate has an elevated nose of wild huckleberry, marionberry, bacon fat, black pepper and purple wildflowers. The palate promises scrumptious flavors of black cherry, scorched earth, black-peppered charcuterie, green olive tapenade, tangerine pith and iodine. Chalky tannins and medium acidity are present alongside a lengthy and mineral-driven finish. Bien Nacido Estate never disappoints and this 2019 another stellar example of a Santa Maria Syrah that should cellar for well over a decade. Highly recommended.
Rating | Value | Drink |
95 |
$60 |
2021-2031 |
Country | Region | Appellation |
United States |
California |
Central Coast, Santa Maria Valley |
Editor | Issue | Importer |
J. Young |
August, 2021 |
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