Juniper Canyon
Littorai
Mays Canyon Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2014
Seemed a bit tainted — 3 months ago
Green & Red Vineyards
Chiles Canyon Vineyards Zinfandel 2022
Elegant type of ZF. Balanced. Green & Red Vineyards wine 22 @, 250626 — 5 months ago
Littorai
Mays Canyon Pinot Noir 2022
We got vanilla and peach on the nose, with a struck-match edge that added a savory note. It felt delicate for a Chardonnay but very enjoyable. The balance was spot on. — 3 months ago
Jonata Winery
El Alma de Jonata Ballard Canyon Cabernet Franc Blend 2011
Dark peppery fruit. Lush with black cherry. Good balance. Delicious — a month ago
Jonata Winery
Todos Ballard Canyon Red Bordeaux Blend 2020
Dark complex blend. Lots of different varietals and muddled coffee, cherry, dark fruit flavors. — 5 months ago
Neyers
Sage Canyon California Red Blend 2021
Great pleasant wine. — 6 months ago
Freddy R. Troya
Tensley – Syrah – 2023
Colson Canyon Vineyard – Santa Barbara County – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
100% Syrah from the high-elevation Colson Canyon Vineyard, a benchmark site that consistently delivers powerful yet balanced fruit. This vintage shows tension between ripeness, structure, and freshness.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, blackberry, cracked pepper, violet, licorice, and a subtle smoky undertone. Dark, spicy, and focused.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with sleek acidity and fine, integrated tannins. Concentrated but not heavy, with a long, peppery finish that lingers.
Food Pairings
Grilled lamb, beef skewers, duck confit, pepper-crusted steak, or roasted mushrooms.
Verdict
A balanced, expressive Syrah with depth, spice, and length – a great example of why Santa Barbara continues to challenge the top Rhône-style regions.
Did You Know?
Colson Canyon sits at nearly 1,500 ft elevation, producing small berries with thick skins, a key reason these Syrahs show intense color, aromatics, and age-worthy structure. — 8 hours ago