2023 LXV Reserve Syrah
99 points — the finest wine we've ever made, both dinner and dessert.

2023 LXV Reserve Syrah

100% Syrah

Bien Nacido Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley

99 Points | Jeb Dunnuck
$100.00 / 750ml

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Tasting Notes
100% Bien Nacido Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley. 166 cases. Awarded 99 points by Jeb Dunnuck. Cool-climate Syrah of rare depth — classic pepper, black fruit, and an umami richness that only the world's greatest vineyards can produce.

Color:Deep ruby red with dark purple hue

Nose:Classic cool-climate Syrah. Fresh cracked Tellicherry black pepper overlaying black cherry, black currant, and blueberry. With air: carpaccio and au poivre.

Palate:Lush and full body. Savory, umami-like notes — only a Texas pitmaster can coax this from slow cooked burnt ends. The oak presents as cacao nibs and crème brûlée on the long finish. Both dinner and dessert in one.

100% Bien Nacido Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley — large-format Darnajou and Ermitage puncheons, a seamless cool-climate Syrah. 99 pts, Jeb Dunnuck.

Neeta’s Pairing Table

Smolder Notes
LXV Spice Blend

Smolder Notes

The bitterness of Lapsang Souchong contrasts the Syrah's bold structure while elevating its dark fruit notes of blackberry and plum.

For One
Smolder Notes: Tomato Risotto with Pan Seared Salmon

Smolder Notes: Tomato Risotto with Pan Seared Salmon