From one of the top sites in the Santa Ynez Valley, the dark ruby/purple-tinged 2005 Syrah Stolpman Vineyard boasts classic blackberry and cassis notes interwoven with licorice, smoke, and barbecued meat-like aromas. With excellent texture, superb purity, medium to full-bodied flavors, good underlying acidity, and ripe tannin, it will evolve for 10-12 years. Tel. 805-937-9801