The grapes for this marvelous Rhone blend come from various vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley. The blend is 83% Syrah, 14% Grenache and 3% Viognier. The aroma is marked by the scent of white pepper, black cherry liqueur, dark chocolate and buttered toast, with similar flavors. It’s rich to the point of decadence, yet balanced and minerally. New oak to the tune of 65% is easily integrated. Drink now.——S.H.(2/1/2011)—— 93