The 2021 Estate Blend comes mostly from the Paderewski Vineyard, with smaller portions from the York Mountain Vineyard and Catapult Vineyard. It's a blend of 40% Syrah, 24% Mourvèdre, 12% Grenache, 9% Graciano, 8% Tempranillo and 7% Carignan matured for 18 months in 28% new French oak barrels and puncheons. It has layered scents of blueberry, blackcurrant, grilled meats, oolong tea leaves and lavender. The full-bodied palate is structured with grainy tannins and fireworks of fresh acidity, and dynamic flavors on the long finish compel you to take another sip. (EB)

The 2021 Estate Blend is 40% Syrah, 24% Mourvedre, 12% Grenache, 9% Graciano, 8% Tempranillo, and 7% Carignan. It was aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 28% new. Deep garnet-purple colored, it comes barreling out of the glass with bold notions of ripe black plums, blackberry preserves, and black cherries, leading to wafts of licorice, menthol, and cinnamon stick. The full-bodied palate has solid frame of fine-grained tannins and great tension supporting the muscular black fruits, finishing on a lingering anise note. (LPB)

The 2021 Estate Blend is dark and earthy upon first tilt of the glass. Grilled herbs and ashen stone give way to black currants and camphor hints. This is elegant and supple, with a silken wave of ripe fruits offset by saline minerals and exotic spice. Its acidity sets off fireworks through the finish, adding a fizzle of energy and lift. Edgy tannins buzz on the senses, and tart raspberry fruits slowly fade. Fantastic. (EG)