Wine › Syrah › Other California

Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years a... Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years ago surrounding their home estate. They decided to plant the grapes they loved to drink. The majority of the vineyard is planted to Sangiovese and Merlot with a few rows of... more

Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the... Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the nose. Blend: 54% Zinfandel, 26% Petite Sirah, 14% Alicante Bouschet, 6% Syrah more

San Simeon Syrah reveals deep color, round tannins, and plush mouthfeel with i... San Simeon Syrah reveals deep color, round tannins, and plush mouthfeel with intense flavors and aromas, such as boysenberry, ripe plum, and pomegranate. The lengthy finish shows vanilla, oak spice, and cinnamon nuances from barrel-aging. From the... more

Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava).... Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava). Z block was first introduced to Sashi by Adam Tolmach of Ojai Vineyard and was planted in 1992 over limestone soils with a southwest-facing exposition. X block was planted... more

Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studeba... Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studebaker, Moroccan tile, throwing a basket of kalamatas off of a balcony, beef wellington with Gordon Ramsey, black silk robe, Esther Perel’s voice, blueberry gentleman of the... more

Electric lemon curd layered over fresh cut peach jumps from the glass, followe... Electric lemon curd layered over fresh cut peach jumps from the glass, followed by layers of white floral, melon rind, and salty ocean air. The attack is taut and focused, with a crisp mouthfeel of melon rind which becomes fleshy and long. Deliciously... more

The JM offers intriguing warm aromas of crushed red and blue fruit, lavender a... The JM offers intriguing warm aromas of crushed red and blue fruit, lavender and roots. On the first taste the thought is of velvet – smooth and soft when brushed in one direction – coarse with texture, in this case dry tannins, when moving in the... more

This is our eighth vintage making wine from the Kahn Vineyard. We like to expe... This is our eighth vintage making wine from the Kahn Vineyard. We like to experiment and change things with every vintage. With the 2018 we decided to do no added So 2 to half of the wine. The result is fantastic! We are so proud and excited for this... more

Purple red in color with aromas of violet, Doris plum, lavender, fresh cracked... Purple red in color with aromas of violet, Doris plum, lavender, fresh cracked pepper and bacon fat. There are also flavors of plum, a hint of leather, green olive and vanilla spice. The body is full with big, lush and balanced tannins. The acid is... more

The wine opens with flavors of black pepper and teriyaki beef jerky, angelica ... The wine opens with flavors of black pepper and teriyaki beef jerky, angelica root with charred maple smoke and sweet brandy. This is followed by an incredible intensity of rich tannins with pepper, brown spice, and a long smokey finish. A luscious,... more

As the 2019 Estate Syrah begins to fill the glass with its signature dark viol... As the 2019 Estate Syrah begins to fill the glass with its signature dark violet color, one can’t help but to get excited. Instantly upon pouring, the aromatics begin to overflow and escape the glass, giving you a sneak peek of what’s to come.... more

Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pre... Ruby red. Morello cherry with plum, cassis and savory herbs. The palate is pretty and expressive, with the textured fruits in seamless integration with the natural acidity. A chocolatey ripeness develops with aeration in the glass though nicely... more

A pretty nose that speaks clearly of Mourvèdre in its elderberry and blackcur... A pretty nose that speaks clearly of Mourvèdre in its elderberry and blackcurrant fruit and its eucalyptus and soy marinade umami notes. On the palate, black cherry and musky mulberry fruit, new leather, and a loamy richness that suggests a lovely... more

Alec’s Blend sings with youthful, headstrong fruit character. This year’s ... Alec’s Blend sings with youthful, headstrong fruit character. This year’s blend is bursting with blueberry, black cherry, cola and chocolate flavors. Dusted with cocoa, floral and cedary spices, the wine stays fresh and gains impressive richness... more

Casual Encounters takes its name from the orgiastic nature of its origins as a... Casual Encounters takes its name from the orgiastic nature of its origins as a blend of small co-fermented lots. By giving up control >and embracing game-day decisions during harvest, Casual Encounters best captures the lengths Herman Story will go in... more

Lace up for fresh melon and light cherry notes that float on the breeze. Then,... Lace up for fresh melon and light cherry notes that float on the breeze. Then, coast with lively flavors of wild strawberries and a dollop of mouthwatering acidity that leads to a clean, bright finish. This is a rosé that stays true to style and lets... more

Cool fog and bay breezes make the North Coast vineyard climate cooler and mode... Cool fog and bay breezes make the North Coast vineyard climate cooler and moderate. This results in a fruit driven profile enhanced by aging that softens the tannins and balances the fruit and oak with layers of flavor. Food pairings with seasoned... more

The 2019 Ghost Pines Red Blend is a smooth, deeply complex wine from some of t... The 2019 Ghost Pines Red Blend is a smooth, deeply complex wine from some of the most acclaimed growing regions in California. Rich hues of ruby show in the glass, leading to aromas of boysenberry, Bing cherry and grilled plum. The rich fruit notes... more

Sporting richly hued shades of dark ruby and near purple, the 2021 Luli Santa ... Sporting richly hued shades of dark ruby and near purple, the 2021 Luli Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah is a hidden gem crafted from a notoriously difficult vintage in this prestigious California appellation. Each swirl in the glass brings new life to this... more

Soft and becoming deep purple plum brimmed with a crackling flame of red. A co... Soft and becoming deep purple plum brimmed with a crackling flame of red. A coating plushness fills the mouth prior to lifted fresh red fruits rising again towards the finish. The red fruits fill a spectrum from firm cherry to riper berry coulis.... more