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2006 Sanguis As The Crow Flies

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October 10, 2021 - $61

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RATINGS

92Wine Spectator

Big, ripe, firm and structured, this full-bodied red delivers a massive core of chewy wild berry and dark berry fruit, with subtle earth and herb shadings, wrapped tight with chewy tannins.

91Vinous / IWC

Classic syrah aromas of dark berries, smoke, cured meat, olive and violet. Deep, succulent blackberry and blueberry flavors are complemented by candied violet and tobacco qualities, with supple tannins gaining strength with air.

90-93Robert M. Parker Jr.

...outstanding effort displaying a complex bouquet of smoked meats, black currants, and sweet cherries, medium to full body, plenty of baby fat, a succulent mouthfeel, flowery, rich, black currant, cedary fruit, and a soft finish.

REGION

United States, California, South Coast, Santa Barbara County, Santa Maria Valley

Santa Barbara County is not an AVA, but a region just south of San Luis Obispo that includes the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Maria Valley appellations. Wine has been produced in the area since the 18th century when Spanish missionaries planted vineyards. It wasn’t until the 1990s, however, that producers focused on growing premier grapes for fine wines. During the 1990s more than 10,000 acres of vineyards were planted, and today there are nearly 20,000 acres of vineyards. The region received a big bump in recognition and prestige when the popular film “Sideways” was shot there in 2004. Because the region is affected by maritime weather, it is relatively cool climate makes it ideal for Chardonnay. Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and an increasingly adventuresome number of varietals are also grown successfully in Santa Barbara County.

TYPE

Red Wine, Syrah (Shiraz)

This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.