
Reckoning
Vintage | 2021 |
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ABV | 15.8% |
Varieties | Syrah 83%, Tannat 15%, Viognier 2% |
Vineyard | ONX Estate Vineyard |
Appellation | Templeton Gap, Paso Robles, CA |
Accolades | James Suckling 91 Points |
Notes
This Syrah-led blend bursts with savory, smoky aromas of red meat, complemented by a touch of sweet black pepper and sweet tea leaf. Cinnamon adds a warm, spicy nuance, while reductive blackberry and strawberry preserves give the wine a rich, jammy quality. On the palate, it opens with candied black cherry and cassis, followed by a hint of asphalt that adds depth. The fruit concentration evolves into layers of fruit leather, providing both richness and complexity. The tannins are broad and structured, offering a firm backbone that balances the wine’s intensity, while the finish is long and persistent.