“State Street" is the new second label from Jaffurs, the Rhône wine variety specialist based in Santa Barbara County. The “State Street” roster consists of Rhône-style wines from several vineyard sources, and most offer serious bang for the buck. This 2021 does indeed offer a lot of Syrah character for the money. Dark purple in color, it shows definite Syrah dark berry fruit along with hints of crushed black pepper and game. On the palate it is rich with youthful tannin supporting the lush, dark black fruit and spicy flavors. It finishes with some grip and power.
Jaffurs Wine Cellars, Central Coast (California) Syrah 2021
By Norm Roby