California Syrah

Good, classic flavors and nose. A bit over extracted for us.

Fruity, gutsy, and straightforward. Nose has plenty of dark red fruits, a bit of raw beef, a very subtle note of cracked peppercorn, and yeasty freshly-baked bread scents. Already showing nicely on the palate, it’s fairly concentrated and nicely balanced. Think of it as a Cali Crozes. Great value.

Another back the truck up year for Bedrock’s QPR leader! The ‘21 has classic syrah fruit and spice, a nice hint of oak and a fine line of acidity to bring it together. Plus you get a bit of some of the best Syrah vineyards in the Golden State. Update — still drinking great in 6/26.

Punchy and spicy. Good aggressive fruit profile and no olives (nice since olives are trash.) Not just fruit here though. Good spice and structure. Delivers way more than price paid.

a slightly prettier version of the Cal Syrah but still packs depth and hits high on the QPR. Boysenberry, Violet, earth, pepper, savory notes all on a smooth, drinkable frame. Sadly, if I heard right, this is the last year for Bien Nacido X block (the dominant fruit in this blend).

Effusive and up front red fruits, smooth and balanced, really a fine drinker, longish finish, very nice Syrah!

Bedrock’s California Syrah brings together some of the great Syrah vineyards in California in an incredibly well-priced wine. The ‘23 hits you with the big nose that is a signature of this wine — dark berry and cinnamon like a fresh baked pie this year. The fruit is more reticent on the palate, perhaps the result of a long, very cool growing season. It leans toward graphite and earthiness. A solid, if not outstanding vintage, still high on the price/quality ratio.

Very French-like Syrah in its ripeness and flavor profile, savory, super fresh and crisp red cherry/berry flavors, medium-long, lingering finish, the acidity here should easily carry this 8-10 years, another Bedrock gem!!

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California Syrah at its best. Deep red fruit, spices, rich forest floor. Delicious.