Syrah "La Sangre de Jonata", Jonata, Santa Ynez Valley, 2018

97 Points James Suckling

Intense smoke and dried meat with purple fruit. Smoke and sweet tea, too. This is full-bodied, yet it shows freshness and a layered mouth-feel of fine tannins, fruit and acidity. Extremely complex. Cote-Rotie here.

Jonata is the embodiment of land, soul, and people coming together for a common goal; to produce singular wines from a singular place.

Land – Jonata is a stunning 600 acre property, with 80 acres of estate vineyard on golden rolling hills in Ballard Canyon. High concentrations of Careaga sand run through the estate. A challenging landscape for cultivation and a key element to the qualities of Jonata, pushing our vines to drive deep in search of nutrients.

Soul – Timeless and diverse practices are in place to create health and community at Jonata. Polyface farming practices are implemented to create a diverse and sustainable ecosystem, utilizing a blend of sustainable practices that continue to build the health of Jonata.

People – Since 2004, a consistent team remains at the core. Winemaker Matt Dees & Vineyard manager Ruben Solorzano combine their experiences in winemaking, soil science and farming expertise to help Jonata thrive.