2016 Jonata, Sangre, Santa Ynez Valley 1x750ml

Vinous 93-95

The 2016 La Sangre de Jonata is an intense, almost overwhelming wine at this stage. The elements have not fully come together just yet, but the wine’s purity and depth are striking. Massively tannic at this stage, the 2016 looks like it will be slow to develop. [Antonio Galloni, 09/01/2017]

Robert Parker 93

A blend of 98% Syrah and 2% Viognier aged in 25% new French oak, the 2016 La Sangre de Jonata has an opaque purple-black color and wonderfully dense, savory nose of cracked black pepper, cassis, blackberry pie, cocoa and licorice with boysenberry preserves, peppered meat and graphite. Full-bodied, dense and lush, it’s framed by firm, pleasantly chewy tannins and good freshness, finishing long and minerally. 530 cases will be released this fall. [08/07/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2036