Perilune Syrah

2023 Sta. Rita Hills

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floral, white pepper, peppercorn, black cherry, spice, raspberry

High elevation, south facing, purely dune sand slopes serve as the core for our Syrah production at our estate Perilune vineyard. Less than five total acres are cultivated of clones 174, 470 and Estrella. Raised in our cold Sta. Rita Hills appellation, Syrah ripens very late in the season and maintains a very vibrant and breathy personality with a an extremely upright posture. The floral and white pepper elements intrinsic to the variety are further amplified by fermentation carried out completely as whole clusters. The stem participation not only emboldens the botanical lift aromatically, it also provides a savory tea-like mouthfeel to offer architecture to the wine from within.

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95 points

Billy Norris, Vinous,

Aug 2025

94 points

Matthew Luczy, Robert Parker Wine Advocate,

Nov 2025

93 points

Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com,

Sep 2025

Flavors

Peppercorn
Black Cherry
Raspberry

Aromas

Floral
White Pepper

Winemaking

Sixty days on the skins and stems. Most exhausted cooperage. We employ solely whole cluster fermentation. We farm with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful Santa Barbara County fruit. All of the wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.

Vineyard

Comprised of a vast array of elevation, aspect and soil profile, Perilune is by far and away the most ambitiously complex of all of our vineyards. From beach sand to botella clay, the rugged terrain and dramatic inclines offer a myriad of opportunities for dynamic fruit expression. Mindful clonal selection bespoke for each of the forty-two unique blocks further amplifies the diversity of this parcel which has swiftly become the predominant core of our wines.

SUSTAINABILITY

Certified California Sustainable Winery