The softest is the 2004 Syrah Santa Barbara, which is meant to be consumed over the next 2-3 years. Hints of bay leaf, sassafras, black cherries, pepper, and spice emerge from the glass of this medium-bodied, easy-going, round, fruity effort. It is a tasty, high octane, value-priced Syrah with loads of character. Tel. (805) 688-1545

Supple yet a bit racy, with blackberry and smoky oak aromas leading to layered and appealingly rustic huckleberry, licorice and beef flavors that fan out on the finish. Drink now through 2011. 3,565 cases made.??–TF??Region: California / Santa Barbara / Santa Barbara County Select to Add