Syrah 'La Bruma - Estate'

Score

98

"Planted as a Lark, the Peays weren't sure Syrah would ripen. Often, it makes it to 21 brix, at 13%. The late autumn sunshine pushes it to the finish. This wine is intensely floral and elegantly spiced. Frankincense and violets linger in the glass with rich, spiced plum and tea leaves. There is smoke and florality on the palate. There is ample floral alongside juicy dollops of blood orange and a smoky sea salt salinity. La Bruma, or the fog, creates a savoury Syrah of intense elegance and refinement."

Score

97

"The 2021 Syrah La Bruma is layered with pure aromas of blackberries, wild raspberries, fresh violets, forest earth, and pepper. Medium to full-bodied, it expands on the palate, with a weightless feel, fully ripe, velvety tannins, and a clean finish. Drink it over the next 10 or more years."

Score

97

"This powerful but savory cool climate Syrah gives aromas of plum, black olives and violets on the nose, while the palate brings blackberry fruit and meaty flavors alongside kaleidoscopic waves of spice. This is very age worthy stuff with a near perfect balance of acid and tannin for long term aging. — Tom R. Capo"

Score

94

"The 2021 Syrah Estate La Bruma is wonderfully poised and elegant. Dark red-toned fruit, pomegranate, spice, licorice, sage, mint and iron infuse the 2021 with notable complexity. There's gorgeous density and freshness here, not to mention fine balance. Pretty floral top notes add lift. The blend of five Syrah clones works so well."

Score

93

"The 2021 Estate Syrah La Bruma explodes with pure scents of cassis, blueberry, charcuterie, tar and pepper, with floral and spice accents emerging as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated, mineral-laced fruit, clay-textured tannins, juicy acidity and a latent finish. It will benefit from 2-3+ years in bottle."