"The 2018 MJM will drink well early for its exuberant fruit and ripe structure, but it also has terrific concentration and balance for aging. Indeed, it reminds us of the 2016, another vintage showing freshness and exuberant fruits." Notes from the winemaker
Dragonette Cellars, "MJM" Santa Ynez Valley Syrah 2018
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Syrah/Shiraz (95% Syrah/4% Grenache/1% Viognier)
Appellation
Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, California
Wine Profile
"Medium ruby, the 2018 Syrah MJM has singular scents of blackberry jam, violets, gravel dust, olives and pipe tobacco with meaty undertones. The full-bodied palate has abundant, grainy tannins, seamless acidity, savory fruits and a long, layered finish. It's intense and concentrated and will evolve positively in bottle over the next 10-15 years." Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
Ratings
97+ Points - Jeb Dunnuck
95+ Points - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate
