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2020 Tensley Thompson Vineyard Syrah

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May 11, 2025 - $24

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RATINGS

94The Wine Advocate

...lovely tones of dried violet, forest floor, blueberries and red berries. The full-bodied palate is soft, fresh and approachable, with loads of alluring floral character on the long finish.

93Vinous / IWC

...offers up blue/purplish fruit, dried herbs, lavender, sage and black pepper. Fruity and yet also quite savory...loaded with character.

93Jeb Dunnuck

...great nose of ripe red and black fruits as well as peppery herbs, spring flowers, and some background meaty, almost nutty nuances...ripe, sexy, and full-bodied on the palate, with tons of sweet fruit, soft yet still present tannins, and a great finish.

PRODUCER

Tensley

Tensley Wines was founded in 1998 in Santa Barbara County. Owned and run by Joey and Jennifer Tensley, the estate was established to focus on vineyard-designated Syrah. Today it is known for its many Syrahs, though Tensley also now makes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Grenache.

REGION

United States, California, South Coast

South Coast AVA is an appellation that includes vineyards in five counties in Southern California. Those counties are Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego. The designation was established in 1985. There are about 3,000 vineyard acres within the appellation.

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.

VINTAGE

2020 Tensley Thompson Vineyard Syrah