2020 Tensley Syrah Sta Rita Hills

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 90.2 points

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  12/30/2023 - PIntag wrote: 91 Points

  Blinded by my sister on this.
  Wasn't sure what to make of this - the acidity was high and quite tart, but the fruit was clearly from a warmer region, as it was deep and slightly lush. In the end, I settled on Spain, recent vintage Garnacha, maybe 2021. Two others (including my wife) correctly identified this as Syrah from Santa Barbara County. Oh well, you can't win 'em all.

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  8/11/2022 - gravedee Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Medium weight mid palate cold-climate Syrah from one of the best Rhone producers in SB county. If you are looking for a lighter, more acidic version of Tensley, this one's for you. Acidic, spicy, etc.

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