{"title":"Friday 6\/26 Walk-Around: Stan Kroenke's California (Jonata, The Hilt, The Paring)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe complete portfolio of Stan Kroenke's California estates poured at Artisan on Friday, June 26 — Jonata, The Hilt, and all five Paring wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jonata-cabernet-sauvignon-defiance-2022-santa-ynez-valley-california-vm-97-jd-96","title":"Jonata \"El Desafio\" Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 (Ballard Canyon, Santa Ynez Valley, California) - [VM 97] [JD 96] [DM 96] [WA 94+]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Jonata winery takes its name from the 1845 Spanish land grant, Rancho San Carlos de Jonata, as well as the Chumash word for “live oak” or “tall oak.” The Estate vineyard was planted in 2000 in the Southwest corner of what would become the Ballard Canyon Appellation in 2013. The terroir of Jonata property is unique to this site, comprised of eight hundred feet deep Careaga sands. These sands are extremely calcareous, retain almost no water and are virtually devoid of nutrients. In fact, these soils are so poor and the site so unique that the property was thought to be unfit for grape growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 'desafio' (defiance) of this conception, vineyard manager Ruben Solorzano hedged his bets and planted the eighty acres of vineyards to a potpourri of different grape varietals. The original planting was made with Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Syrah and, more recently, Grenache and Viognier — the Grenache was later ripped out and replaced with Petit Syrah. Today there are only twenty acres of Cabernet Franc and nine acres of Merlot in the entire Ballard Canyon Appellation, so to say that Jonata was bucking the trends would be an understatement to say the least!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel Regime: 20 months in 75% new French oak, 25% twice used French oak, 225L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e696 Cases Produced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol 14.7%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dried strawberry, fig, clove, and cassis. Dramatic and sensual nose. Poignant and beautifully chiseled cabernet. So, inviting. Intensely fruit-laden and ultra-concentrated. Layered and multi-dimensional structure. Broad and tall. Statuesque finish with a high quantity of ultra-fine, quality tannins. Classic Desafio notes of mint, dark chocolate, and lavender. Core of Luxardo cherry. Herbal and cooling. A loud and proud voice, but also still relatively calm and elegant, with stunning balance between fruit, freshness, and tannin. This will be a wine that brings pleasure for decades to come, but I love it today for its exuberance and indefatigable charm.\" - Matt Dees, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 El Desafio de Jonata is another seriously beautiful, vivid wine from Jonata. Vibrant red-toned fruit, spice, cedar, tobacco and orange peel all open in the bouquet. On the palate, the 2022 is quite a bit more reticent. That's probably a good thing for its long-term prospects. I would not plan on opening a bottle anytime soon.\" - Antonio Galloni (Aug 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated release from this team, the 2022 El Desafio De Jonata is based on 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot brought up all in French oak. Its deep ruby hue is followed by a perfumed nose of red, blue, and black fruits as well as spring flowers, spicy oak, and leafy herbs. A more medium to full-bodied, seamless, elegant expression of the cuvée, it has terrific balance, fine, polished tannins, and a great finish. It's already hard to resist yet should have 15+ years of overall longevity.\" (Aug 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brilliant intensity in colour with an opaque ruby hue, El Desafio de JONATA is understated in its elegance. Crème de cassis, notes of cigarbox and star anise on the nose. It is somewhat of a refined rockstar with Persian mixed fruit lavashak, Alfajor coconut candy, and blackberry juice on the palate with an impressively rich finish. This wine stands out with a refined edge in Santa Barbara like a rockstar arriving on a red carpet wearing a tailored Alexander McQueen suit. An excellent example of the potential for Bordeaux varieties coming from the Ballard Canyon AVA in the Santa Ynez Valley.\" - Vanessa Rason (Sep 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 El Desafio de Jonata is composed of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot, which matured in 75% new 225-liter barrique for 20 months. It leads with a distinctly candied and floral bouquet, lifted from the glass with red fruits and dried flowers with savory tobacco accents. The palate is ripe and svelte, moving into a bright, luscious finish that lingers with drying tannins in need of congealing. This is an excellent showing considering the vintage, and I suspect it will harmonize after a bit more time in the cellar to soften its tannin structure.” – Matthew Luczy (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMBERS \u0026 CHAMBERS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":52613206901101,"sku":null,"price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/jondesaf.png?v=1760260822"},{"product_id":"the-hilt-jonata-bentrock-vineyard-chardonnay-2022-santa-rita-hills-california-js-97-jd-96-vm-95-dm-95","title":"The Hilt by Jonata \"Bentrock Vineyard\" Chardonnay 2023 (Santa Rita Hills, California) - [VM 97] [JS 97] [WA 96+] [JD 95]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFrom the same proprietors as Jonata, The Hilt was founded in 2008 as a separate winery focusing on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Santa Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley. In 2014, the Rancho Salsipuedes estate was purchased and a new, permanent home for The Hilt was found. Outside of Salsipuedes, The Hilt also sources old-vine fruit from the marled soils of Sanford and Benedict and the loamy sandy soils of Solomon Hills in the Santa Maria Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Matt Dees is very much in charge of the entire process, from vine to bottle. He's passionate about the rugged terrains and an enthusiast of the art of blending. As of 2014, he abolished the use of herbicides and pesticides in Rancho Salsipuedes and established his own farming parameters for the vineyards. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bentrock Vineyard is located in the Sta. Rita Hills and the Chardonnay vines are roughly 14 years old. The wines is aged 40% new French oak barrels, 60% once and twice used barrels for 11 months, followed by 5 months in stainless tank with full lees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBentrock is a vineyard of long, rolling hills and parcels that are protected from the rough maritime winds. Soils are poor and the temperature changes quickly from cold to warm. The wines are complex and opulent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Earthy, herbal, spice-driven and full of stone fruit. Early season nectarine, truffle honey and golden Russett apple. This has the consistent power and density that is a hallmark of this hallowed vineyard. Honeysuckle and white peach. Juicy Anjou pear alongside a savory and chalky structural backbone. Gunflint and a touch of vanilla bean alongside lifted jasmine and chervil. Packed with energy and still very early in development. Perhaps the most inward and age worthy Bentrock to date. Unfurls slowly in the glass giving glimpses of its future potential. The texture and silky sensuality of this wine become very clear on days 2 and 3.\" - Matt Dees, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Vinous Media:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The 2023 Chardonnay Bentrock Vineyard is magnificent. Explosive in its aromatics and commanding in its presence, this is California Chardonnay at its most singular. Layers of spiced apple, white peach and almond oil mingle with edges of flint, chalk and crushed rocks, while a waxy undertone adds intrigue. For all its power, the 2023 retains laser-like cut, with statuesque, chiseled edges and Autobahn-worthy acceleration. It's a thrilling wine in every sense.” – Billy Norris (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Supple and seductive yet terrifically energetic and steely. Precise yet giving with ripe yellow apples, white flowers and an incisive spine of minerality. Complex phenolics and rich texture with savoriness through the long finish. Drink or hold.\" (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e96+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“My favorite of these recent releases from The Hilt is the 2023 Chardonnay Bentrock Vineyard, which perfectly encapsulates the maritime nature of the western Sta. Rita Hills. Dominated by crystalline aromas of citrus peels, green orchard fruits, oystershell and a subtle undercurrent of leesy breadth, the palate offers perfect equilibrium between seductive richness and striking focus. It concludes with an exhilarating finish that combines assertive, phenolic grip with slowly unfolding, broad, sophisticated layers propelled by vertical lift. In contrast to the beautiful expression from Radian, this offers slightly more textural generosity, making for a beautifully complete picture of contemporary California Chardonnay that evolves well into its second decade.\" - Matthew Luczy (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"A slightly broader and more expansive release from this talented team, the 2023 Chardonnay Bentrock Vineyard reveals orchard fruits, honeyed flowers, and Meyer lemon, with chalky minerality and subtle oyster shell nuances. Medium-bodied and concentrated on the palate, it’s layered and seamless, with a brilliant White Burgundy character. It should drink well over the coming decade. 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Outside of Salsipuedes, The Hilt also sources old-vine fruit from the marled soils of Sanford and Benedict and the loamy sandy soils of Solomon Hills in the Santa Maria Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Matt Dees is very much in charge of the entire process, from vine to bottle. He's passionate about the rugged terrains and an enthusiast of the art of blending. As of 2014, he abolished the use of herbicides and pesticides in Rancho Salsipuedes and established his own farming parameters for the vineyards. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Radian Vineyard is located in the Sta. Rita Hills and the Pinot Noir vines are 14 years old on average, coming mainly from blocks with the highest DE content. The wine ages in 90% neutral French oak barrels and 10% new French oak barrels for 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadian is a breathtaking high-altitude vineyard where whipping winds and diatomaceous earth-based soils predominate. The yields are tiny offering intensely concentrated and laser focused wines.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"As always, this vineyard creates wines that are aromatic showstoppers. This wine is effusive with leather, black cherry, cured meat and fresh shaved black truffle. White pepper, olive tapenade and clove. Profound wine with tapestry of black fruit that surrounds the authentic and consistent dusting of Radian DE tannins. Ultrafine and dusty, these tannins linger and create a wonderful savory effect. Chicory and cured meat. Rose petal, blackberry and violets. As with the other finest vintages from this hallowed site, I could smell this wine all day. It shifts and changes color in the glass and reveals an ever-expanding panoply of exotic and mouthwatering nuances.\" - Matt Dees, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 Pinot Noir Radian Vineyard is going to flirt with perfection and is an absolutely riveting Pinot Noir in the making. Coming from clearly one of the Grand Cru vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills, it has a beautiful nose of pure red and black fruits that turns more meaty, mineral-laced, and peppery with air. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, this beauty has a focused, elegant mouthfeel, flawless overall balance, and a great, great finish. It has the purity, as well as the suppleness, of the vintage, and I suspect it will shine with just short-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"So much energy and salt, anchoring forest fruit, boysenberries and crushed violets against a tug of earth. Mineral, filigreed and refined, this is capable of aging for decades yet provides tremendous short-term pleasure. Drink or hold.\" (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Within a remarkable set of wines, the 2023 Pinot Noir Radian Vineyard gets my nod as the most multidimensional wine in The Hilt's portfolio. While several wines in the lineup display oceanic, kelp and nori-like aromas, none render them with the exceptional purity and vivid nature displayed here. The palate continues this purity, combining outrageous density with a spry, silken texture, seamlessly slingshotting into a vibrant, staining and succulent finish that lingers endlessly, thanks to extraordinarily refined tannins and the site's ubiquitous soaring salinity. This is a reference point for the region and one that I am tremendously excited to follow in the cellar.\" - Matthew Luczy (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The 2023 Pinot Noir Radian Vineyard is explosive, expressive and deeply serious. It builds all the way from the first sip until long after it leaves the palate. Sneaky, integrated acids keep the train moving, but this is an inward, mineral-drenched wine with a brooding, youthful edge. Inky red fruit, spice, crushed rocks and lavender flesh out in a complex expression that will need considerable time to fill in completely. That said, it will certainly be worth the wait.\" - Billy Norris (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMBERS \u0026 CHAMBERS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":52613509644653,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/radianpn.png?v=1760278308"},{"product_id":"jonata-todos-red-blend-2021-ballard-canyon-santa-ynez-valley-california-xx","title":"Jonata \"Todos\" Red Blend 2021 (Ballard Canyon, Santa Ynez Valley, California) - [JS 94] [JD 93] [VM 93] [DM 93] [WA 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Jonata winery takes its name from the 1845 Spanish land grant, Rancho San Carlos de Jonata, as well as the Chumash word for “live oak” or “tall oak.” The Estate vineyard was planted in 2000 in the Southwest corner of what would become the Ballard Canyon Appellation in 2013. The terroir of Jonata property is unique to this site, comprised of eight hundred feet deep Careaga sands. These sands are extremely calcareous, retain almost no water and are virtually devoid of nutrients. In fact, these soils are so poor and the site so unique that the property was thought to be unfit for grape growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 'desafio' (defiance) of this conception, vineyard manager Ruben Solorzano hedged his bets and planted the eighty acres of vineyards to a potpourri of different grape varietals. The original planting was made with Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Syrah and, more recently, Grenache and Viognier — the Grenache was later ripped out and replaced with Petit Syrah. Today there are only twenty acres of Cabernet Franc and nine acres of Merlot in the entire Ballard Canyon Appellation, so to say that Jonata was bucking the trends would be an understatement to say the least!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTodos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means 'All' as it includes nearly every grape varietal planted on the Jonata vineyard. This wine represents a mastery of the art of assemblage; every vintage a different blend is assembled to produce the best snapshot of the entire property, but Syrah is always the dominant factor. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e66% Syrah, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petite Sirah, 2% Merlot, 2% Misc (red \u0026amp; white)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel Regime: 20 months in 30% new French oak, 70% neutral French oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14.9% Alcohol\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2622 Cases Produced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel Regime: 20 months in 30% new French oak, 70% neutral French oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuch a specific Todos aromatic combination and an evocative lift that takes me directly to the JONATA property. Deeply dark and brimming with succulent black fruit. Dried strawberry, ripe plum, dried fig, fine aged balsamic and mulberries. Enlivened by cooling green herbs and piqued by an entire cupboard of spices. Incense and blood orange. Sleek and suave and hydrated. Black pepper and biltong join the mélange with air and time in the glass. Cacao nibs and Szechuan chiles arrive on day two. A cooling sensation. So much pleasure from the beautiful partnership of fine, chalky tannins and concentrated essence of wild blueberry that pushes the finish to such great heights. Classic Todos from an impeccable vintage. Ripe fruit, ripe tannins and energy that is palpable.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003eMatt Dees, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A big, gorgeous and full-bodied wine. It's syrah-based, with cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and other red grape varieties blended in. So dark, deep and robust, with blackberry, black cherry, blueberry and chocolate accents. Drink or hold.\" (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“As always, the 2021 Todos is a Syrah-heavy kitchen sink blend that also includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot, and more. Pure blackberries, spring flowers, freshly ground pepper, leather, and graphite all emerge from the glass, and it's a ripe, powerful, structured red that needs 2-3 years of bottle age and will evolve gracefully over the following decade.\" (Aug 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The 2021 Todos is a very serious wine, in fact the 2021 might be the best Todos ever. Savory, dark and expressive, the 2021 possesses remarkable depth and intensity. The wild, meaty personality of Syrah really dominates the blend at this stage. What a wine! Best of all, Todos remains a fabulous value.” – Antonio Galloni (Sep 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Jonata Todos Vineyard Red Blend delivers a smooth and inviting drinking experience, brimming with enticing aromas and flavours of pomegranate, cherry, red liquorice, vanilla, grilled herbs, and lilacs. Medium to full-bodied, it features velvety tannins layered with notes of cool, wet slate and subtle hints of truffle salt, all leading to a tart, dry finish. This blend comprises 66% Syrah, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petite Sirah, and 2% Merlot, aged for 20 months in 30% new French oak. Crafted by winemaker Matt Dees, it showcases elegance, depth, and a harmonious balance of fruit and savoury elements.\" - Jonathan Cristaldi (Nov 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always a fascinating combination of fun, serious and perplexing, the 2021 Todos, as per usual, combines all varieties planted on Jonata's Ballard Canyon property and ages them for 20 months in 30% new French oak. The nose offers intense, complex aromas of charred black fruits, sweet blue fruits, dried herbs, burning incense and asphalt, to name a few. The palate is extraordinarily dense, compacted and nearly sweet in its staining, seemingly limitless saturation. It closes on a lavish yet savory note, chock-full of grippy, drying tannins that ultimately outweigh the fruit concentration.\" - Matthew Luczy (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMBERS \u0026 CHAMBERS","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53479655014765,"sku":null,"price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/todos.png?v=1782231951"},{"product_id":"the-paring-by-jonata-syrah-2021-santa-ynez-valley-california-wa-90","title":"The Paring by Jonata Syrah 2021 (Santa Ynez Valley, California) - [JD 93] [WA 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from the vineyard blocks that are either too young or don't fit into the vintage style of the highly acclaimed Jonata and The Hilt wines—The Paring is essentially a \"chip off the old block.\" The grapes are sourced primarily from three Santa Barbara regions on the vanguard: Ballard Canyon, Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed with a degree in Soil Science from the University of Vermont and vintages at Staglin in Napa, California and Craggy Range in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, Matt has an intrinsic feel for wine, from dirt to glass. Curious and experimental by nature, Matt’s approach to winemaking is grounded in the vineyard first and foremost: attuned to the vines, the weather, the soil, Matt seems almost to be a part of the vineyard itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatt comes to wine with an untethered philosophy, a mindset embodied in The Paring. At the core of these wines one finds a wide-ranging exploration of style, vineyards and blending. When he's not working with The Paring, Matt can be found making the wines for its big sister wineries - Jonata and The Hilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Syrah comes to The Paring team from Santa Ynez Valley. After the grapes are harvested the wine is aged in 35% new, 65% neutral French oak for 22 months. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromatically the wine has notes of delicately dried violets, tart blackberries, and freshly cracked black pepper. On the palate, there is a perfect balance of sweet black fruits and damp topsoil with a bold tannic backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eExotic black and blue fruits, ground pepper, violets, and some bloody, iron-like notes all emerge from the 2021 Syrah, which is another smoking value in the lineup from the team at Jonata. Concentrated, medium to full-bodied, pure, and remarkably well-balanced, it's going to be jaw-droppingly good for 7-8 years. The blend includes 8% Petite Sirah and 2% Viognier.\" - JD (Aug 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Blended with 8% Petite Sirah and 2% Viognier, the 2021 Syrah leads with an authentically peppery, herbal nose with subtle meaty accents. Ripe and confident on the palate, it closes with an intensely savory, woody finish that offers incredible nuance and length for the price point. 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