from a 3.5-acre block planted in 1978, which makes it santa barbara county's first syrah, this bottling shows an intriguing density of flowers on the nose along with a funky compost note, elderberry fruit, pine needles and fresh mint. cracked peppercorn, dried thyme and rosemary combine for strong herbal intrigue on the palate, spicing up the black plum and blackberry fruit.
Black Bear Block Estate Vineyard