Railsback "Freres" Red of Santa Ynez Valley 2016

50% Grenache, 50% whole-cluster Syrah. This is a delicious Rhône blend from Santa Ynez, the cooler climate resulting in a fresh mouthfeel, lifting the ripe, crunchy, generous fruit. The nose is smoky and meaty, with aromas of bacon, blackberry, and red plum, as well as black pepper, licorice, tarragon, and sage. Chewy and round, this is a wine with real depth and ageing potential.