title: Rideau 2014 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County)
description: Bright purple flowers, boysenberries, tar and a waxy, fruit-coating aroma show on the nose of this bottling from a vineyard near Los Alamos that is known for Rhône varietals. Tart boysenberry, plum, raspberry and elderberry appear on the sip, which is strong in acidity. Touches of white pepper, oregano, anise and charcoal accent the finish.
variety: Syrah
designation: Thompson Vineyard