Santa Barbara County Syrah

2020 Central Coast

$50

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Limited Quantities: Three bottles per order. Experience the deviant side of Syrah. Inspired by Winemaker Greg Brewer's mom who was the Senior District Attorney of Ventura County, California, this red wine is intense with a ton of character. Ex Post Facto literally translates to "After the Fact" referring to a law that makes illegal an act that was legal when it was first committed. This Santa Barbara County Syrah is raised in the coldest of climates, 100% whole cluster fermented for 60 days before being aged in the oldest barrels in the winery to capture the intense white pepper, floral aromas, and weight of the wine.

ACCLAIM

98 points

Erin Brooks, Robert Parker Wine Advocate,

Dec 2022

93 points

Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast Magazine,

Nov 2022

93 points

Antonio Galloni, Vinous,

Aug 2022

Flavors

Black Cherry
Raspberry

Aromas

Dark Fruit
Lilac
Crushed Peppercorn

Winemaking

Sixty days on the skins and stems. Most exhausted cooperage. We strive for whole cluster fermentation. We farm with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful Santa Barbara County fruit. All of the wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.