Rhys Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Syrah Horseshoe Vineyard 2016 SCCOS naturally fermented in wooden vats

naturally fermented in wooden vats with river water over 7-8 days

reminiscent of tiny dark fruits

yet there's enough tension and freshness to reward your attention

From the producer: Field blends to us are some of the greatest expressions of vineyard site and vintage

Rhys Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Syrah Horseshoe Vineyard 2016 SCCOS naturally fermented in wooden vatsPerched at 1,2601,610 feet among Monterey formation limestone soils, Rhys's Horseshoe vineyard expresses Syrah with wild, earthy complexity. Hand harvested Alban, Chave, and Syrah Noir clones fermented with 100% whole clusters and aged 10 months in neutral barrels plus 12 months in large cask capture crunchy wild berries, juniper, cracked pepper, and rich soil notes. The palate is medium full, firm, and multidimensional, finishing long and taut with