2018 Peake Ranch Syrah, John Sebastiano Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills (14.5%)

A Syrah from John Sebastiano Vineyard in the eastern part of Sta. Rita Hills, made from 100% Syrah at 14.5% ABV. The vineyard lies in one of California's coolest and wind-influenced areas, which extends the ripening period and preserves natural acidity. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, some new. The nose is complex and aromatic with dark berries such as blackberry and blueberry, floral notes of lavender and violet, black pepper, liquorice, smoked meat, leather and herbs. The palate is intense and structured with concentrated dark forest berries, integrated spice, lively acidity, firm yet silky tannins and a long finish with minerality and light smoke.