2018 Syrah

As to the two Syrahs, the 2018 Syrah includes a splash of Viognier and was brought up in 25% new French oak. This peppery, bay leaf, bacon fat, and bouquet garni-scented effort offers lots of vivid purple fruits, medium to full-bodied richness, a tight, sappy, structured texture, and a great finish. It's beautiful Syrah, although a solid 2-3 years of bottle age are recommended here. These are brilliant wines from Anthony Avila. The focus is on the Bien Nacido Vineyard, which, under the helm of vineyard manager Chris Hammell, is unquestionably one of the great cool-climate sites in California. The lineup includes a handful of Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, and Syrahs.