1998 The Ojai Vineyard, Syrah, Bien Nacido Vineyard

Product description

1998 was a really wonderful year for grapes in our area, so this bottling is especially fine.

In 1998 each vineyard contributed something to the blend that made for a wine that is truly greater than the sum of its parts. The Roll Ranch gave a decadent plum-like plumpness, the Stolpman a mineral-y ness, and the Bien Nacido a spiciness and lively acidity. Poised and balanced, this intensely flavored wine is intriguing and enjoyable to drink now, yet will continue to evolve positively for many years.

To preserve its essence, the wine was not fined or filtered, and so quite a bit of natural sediment has acumulated during aging. So, to fully appreciate this Syrah, decanting is essential.