 "In
a secluded canyon less than twenty miles from the Pacific Ocean, along
the Santa Maria Bench is a steep, craggy, hillside block of Syrah we
affectionately call Goat Rock. Located just beyond the famed Bien
Nacido Vineyard, Goat Rock is at the back of a box canyon where the
temperature can be up to five degrees warmer than the opening. In the
late afternoon, the Pacific breeze cools the hillsides off extending
the growing season and preserving acidity. I love making this wine.
Although it’s not as delicate as our Pinot Noir, I still give it the
same care and attention. The grapes are brought into the winery and
fermented in small five ton fermenters; punch-downs are done by hand.
We only get about two tons per acre from the vineyard, so the fruit has
wonderful concentration. This wine has waves of juicy blackberry fruit
complemented by spicy black pepper notes. The blend spends 12 months in
50% new French oak to add to the complexity and mouthfeel." -- Natasha
Boffman, Winemaker
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