A supreme mouthful of flavor awaits you in this amazing bottle of Syrah from a small vineyard in Los Alamos. Winemaker Chris Van Alyea has it firing on all cylinders, making a big wine that manages to be elegant and layered with nuance. Blackberry, blueberry, tar, mint and savory notes entice on the nose, and they all come through clearly as palate flavors with great push in the finish. This is one of the best Syrahs I can remember tasting – from anywhere! A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition.
Costa Azul, Santa Barbara County (California) Syrah 2018
By Rich Cook