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2018 Jaffurs Thompson Vineyard Syrah

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January 21, 2024 - $31

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RATINGS

93Wine Enthusiast

Snappy black-raspberry and boysenberry aromas are dusted in light licorice, black-pepper and pie-crust tones on the nose of this bottling. The palate is extremely complex, with a baked fruit core that's lifted by thyme and pepper, as acidity and herbs cut through the richness.

92Jeb Dunnuck

...blueberry and blackberry fruits as well as spring flowers, violets, and orange blossom-like aromas and flavors...spicy, complex, peppery, medium to full-bodied Syrah has terrific balance, lots of ripe tannins, and outstanding length.

91Vinous / IWC

...laced with sweet tobacco, cedar, mint, dried flowers, licorice and dried herbs...destemmed fruit, and yet it shows very pretty savory notes.

90The Wine Advocate

...aromas of cassis, dried herbs, licorice and earth, plus wafts of baking spice...palate is medium-bodied, soft, juicy and approachable, with fruit-driven character and sweet spices lingering on the finish.

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County

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.