Reckoning

Vintage2021
ABV15.8%
VarietiesSyrah 83%, Tannat 15%, Viognier 2%
VineyardONX Estate Vineyard
AppellationTempleton Gap, Paso Robles, CA
AccoladesJames 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.