Kimsey Syrah 2012 Ballard Canyon

Inherent earthiness to the brooding and savory nose and the dusty, fine-grained tannins. Earth-driven, but by no means earth-bound. Seemingly endless fruit and floral notes jump out of the glass and dominate the palate lifting this wine to an astonishing height.

Critical Acclaim

94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Moving to the Syrah, the 2012 Syrah Ballard Canyon has more than a passing resemblance to a young Cornas. Inky/purple in color, with fabulous blackberry, black raspberry, violets, crushed rocks and pepper, this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness, awesome purity and a layered, expansive texture that keeps you coming back to the glass. Cofermented with 4% Viognier and aged 17 months in 20% new French oak, enjoy this awesome Ballard Canyon Syrah over the coming decade.

94 Vinous

The 2012 Syrah emerges from parcels interplanted with a number of different clones. Nuanced and expressive, the Syrah captivates all the senses with its extraordinary interplay of intense fruit and supporting minerality. Violets, mint, orange peer and black pepper add attractive savory overtones to a core of expressive dark blue/purplish fruit. This is a distinctly fresh, savory Ballard Canyon Syrah.

These are the first releases from Kimsey, and they are impressive. Winemaker Matt Dees has turned out a set of gorgeous and hugely promising Rhône-inspired reds. Vineyard guru Ruben Solorzano planted the Ballard Canyon property in 2006. Given the age of these vines, there is every reason to think there is plenty of future upsides here. As good as the 2012s are, the 2013s maybe even better. There is little doubt Kimsey is one of the most exciting new wineries in Santa Barbara County.

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