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2021 Black Sheep Finds The Joy Fantastic Syrah

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January 4, 2026 - $36

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RATINGS

95Wine Enthusiast

Crisp and fresh aromas of raspberry, pomegranate and red to purple flowers...palate picks up the vineyard's hallmark cool-climate qualities, showing green peppercorn, bay leaf and purple flower flavors, with tight tannins holding firm through the finish.

94Vinous / IWC

It possesses notable depth in its inky dark fruit. Sage, lavender, spice and dried herbs follow, giving this vivid, expressive Syrah tons of character.

90+ Jeb Dunnuck

Darker berry fruits, game, and hints of iron all define the aromatics, and it's medium-bodied, with a nicely focused texture...

17.5Jancis Robinson

Scents of blackberry, dried flowers and crushed pepper. Green-olive brine and blackberry flavours have a meaty salinity and fantastic acidity. Lightly powdery tannins coat the mouth as a deeply stony quality pervades the palate. Savoury, stony and delightful.

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Santa Rita Hills

Santa Rita Hills AVA in northern Santa Barbara County was granted appellation status in 2001. Located between the towns of Lompoc and Buellton, it has a total area of 30,720 acres with 2,700 vineyard acres. The area is considered a cool climate for vineyards, so vineyards are most often planted with the cool-weather grapes Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The hills in the western part of this appellation are directly exposed to the Pacific Ocean, meaning that maritime winds and fog make the western edge of the Santa Rita Hills AVA particularly cool. The Sanford & Benedict Vineyard planted in 1971 was the first vineyard in the district and is still considered one of the best.

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

2021 Black Sheep Finds The Joy Fantastic Syrah