Deep, dark garnet color in the glass with violet edges. A perfumed nose full of floral aromatics. Pretty violets and white flowers start things off and roasted herbs, black pepper, and just a touch of red fruits. The small amount of Viognier added to the Syrah makes all the difference. It really gives this wine some deftness and complexity. The fruit shines on the palate, with blue and blackberries, strawberry jam, and even a bit of citrus going on. Savory notes of grilled meats and smoke takes things up a notch. Happy Canyon is really producing some underrated gems right now. This is just one of those purely delicious bottles everyone should be drinking.
Deep, dark garnet color in the glass with violet edges. A perfumed nose full of floral aromatics. Pretty violets and white flowers start things off and roasted herbs, black pepper, and just a touch of red fruits. The small amount of Viognier added to the Syrah makes all the difference. It really gives this wine some deftness and complexity. The fruit shines on the palate, with blue and blackberries, strawberry jam, and even a bit of citrus going on. Savory notes of grilled meats and smoke takes things up a notch. Happy Canyon is really producing some underrated gems right now. This is just one of those purely delicious bottles everyone should be drinking.
1 person found it helpfulNov 19th, 2017
Meaty with hint of vanilla and very hot nose (16.5 abv). Lush, jammy, fruit forward palette with short vanilla oaky finish. Drinks like a Zinfandel.
Meaty with hint of vanilla and very hot nose (16.5 abv). Lush, jammy, fruit forward palette with short vanilla oaky finish. Drinks like a Zinfandel.
1 person found it helpfulNov 10th, 2017
Very jammy and fruity. Definitely on the sweeter side, but not to much.
Very jammy and fruity. Definitely on the sweeter side, but not to much.
Feb 6th, 2019
Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California, USA
