2021 Nuts & Bolts

Varietal
Syrah
Tasting Notes

It’s the home stretch of the 12th Annual Motocross Exhibition and your way in the lead. Throw your hands up and revel in the shouts, the raspberry rev of the engine, the needles of fresh cherry rain, the chocolate-covered figs and grilled-berry bourbon floating around the sidelines, the white pepper fireworks at the finish, the honey-tipped roses of the winner’s circle. Snatch the trophy and spray the stunned crowd with Champagne, then pop a wheelie as everyone else crosses the line, just to rub it in. Those ten-year-olds didn’t stand a chance.

If you must know
Vineyards
Bien Nacido, Jada, Jespersen, Nolan, La Montanita, Lopai, Slide Hill, Caelesta, Denlinger
AVA
California
Cases made
970
Aging
Aged in 85% New French Oak for 18 months
Drink now
30 minute decant
Cellar
Now through 7-8 years
For the score whores

95 Points, Wine Advocate

Matured for 18 months in 85% new French oak, the 2021 Syrah Nuts and Bolts has bold, dense aromas of blueberry jam, aniseed, violet and grilled meats with touches of cast iron and pipe tobacco. The full-bodied palate has a concentrated core of nuanced fruit, approachable tannins, bright acidity and a long, spicy finish. 970 cases were made. – Erin Brookes for Wine Advocate