Aromas of a dark fruit medley, candied smoked bacon, pepper spice, and charred earth. Hints of leather, cedar and chalk create a rich mid-palate, yet nicely textured with a smooth finish. Aged 22 month in 40% New French oak and 20% Russian oak. Pairs well with grilled or smoked meats.
Our newest vintage of our estate grown Syrah. The 2016 vintage Syrah boasts powerful aromas of dark fruit, coffee, menthol, and dried tea. Opulent mouthfeel with firm tannins, and a palate adorned with white chocolate, leather, and pepper. As the only AVA dedicated to Syrah, Ballard Canyon AVA has emerged as the “home” of Syrah in America. Aged 22 months in 38% new French oak and 62% neutral French oak barrel. 170 cases produced.
From an epic vintage that saw excellent results across Santa Barbara, the 2014 Syrah is a generous wine with ample depth and complexity that is showing beautifully this moment in time. Dark fruit layers with blackberry confit are stacked tall with cured tobacco and exotic spice. This wine is smooth and silky to the palate with softly integrated tannins and a polished finish. *Library selection* Aged 22 months in 33% new French oak and 8% new American oak.
A classic expression of the Larner winemaking philosophy, the 2019 Syrah hits that elusive intersection between power and elegance. This is a full-bodied red with impressive complexity. Aromas peel back to reveal raspberry coulis, baker's chocolate, allspice, licorice and sweet cigar. Come back to the glass five minutes later and you might discover a whole new set of delicious characteristics. It feels firm and grounded in texture thanks to the wine's generous consistency and supple tannins. 127 cases produced
Aromas of maraschino cherry, rose petal, leather, peppercorn and vanilla. Rich tannins and a long finish. Pairs well with grilled or smoked meatts. Aged 22 months in oak barrels, 30% new French oak.
