SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, CALIFORNIA

A note from the winemaker:

99% syrah, 1% viognier
50% new French oak, and 50% neutral French oak
900 Cases Produced
“With eight hours of decanting: Floral notes begin to appear, the density becomes more evident and the finish begins to show its seemingly endless flourish. At the beginning of day two, this wine has decided to speak in more depth. As it comes out of its shell, the 2009 reveals itself to be the most powerful and potentially age-worthy Sangre to date, as black fruit, black spice and meaty notes dominate the nose, the palate and the finish. By day three it’s in full glory—a shy and mysterious bruiser of a wine that promises years and years of development and beautiful drinking (as if you can wait three days to drain the bottle). The most “wow” I’ve sensed in a young La Sangre to date.” Matt Dees, Winemaker

94+ Points The Wine Advocate
96-99 Points The Rhône Report
94 Points Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
94+ Points Antonio Galloni Vinous
92 Points Wine Spectator

Food Pairings: Grilled lamb, roasted chicken with pepper and olives, or eggplant parm.