Barden Syrah 2019
- v95
- we95
- jd92+
Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Barden |
Origin | California, Central Coast, Sta. Rita Hills |
Alcohol/vol | 12.8% |
Vinous
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The 2019 Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills) is a gorgeous, cool climate Syrah blended from Donnachadh. Peake Ranch, John Sebastiano and Zotovich. Whole clusters, 100% for this wine, bring out tremendous aromatic intensity and presence to play off a core of blue/purplish fruit. Energetic, this Sta. Rita Hills is positively stellar. I loved it.
Wine Enthusiast
- we95
Though rather light in the glass for Syrah, this elegant bottling is not short on anything, and will only improve with time. Aromas of smoky tar, pepper-crusted lamb shank and delicate purple flowers lead into a palate packed with rosemary, thyme, dried sage and incense flavors. Brisk black raspberry and lilac slowly arise toward the midpalate. Drink now through 2039.
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd92+
Northern Rhône-like notes of game, black and blue fruits, peppery herbs, and spring flowers emerge from the 2019 Syrah Sta. Rita Hills, a medium-bodied, elegant, balanced, lively Syrah that has firmer tannins, terrific balance, and a great finish. This is for those who love the more old-school, classic, savory side to this great variety.