$85 2021 LEDGE Bien Nacido Syrah

2021 LEDGE Bien Nacido Syrah

2021 LEDGE Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah

Bien Nacido Block 11 Estrella Clone Syrah, Santa Maria Valley - Santa Barbara County

100% Syrah

15.8% ABV

The 2021 Syrah Block 11 Bien Nacido Vineyard brings another level of purity and precision, as well as concentration, compared to the 2022. All Syrah aged 20 months in 60% new barrels, its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a truly sensational Syrah that has a layered, nuanced bouquet of blackberries, smoked game, peppery herbs, iron, and bouquet garni-like herbal notes. It's full-bodied and concentrated on the palate, with a pure, layered, seamless mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and that rare mix of purity, elegance, and richness. I would gladly put this side by side with the greatest Côte Rôtie out there, and it's a magical, seamless Syrah that could come from nowhere else. Give bottles 2-3 years in the cellar and enjoy over the following 15 years. 100pts, DUNNUCK