2017 Ochota Barrels I am the Owl Syrah Cult Wine

Named for a Dead Kennedy’s song this is a beautiful whole bunch natural syrah with energy, life and amazing aromatics.  

“Elevated demi-glace reduction notes refrain to bergamont infused black cherry, Dutch licorice and fennel frond. The palate’s entry has a ferrous, mineral like texture with a savoury butcher shop/gun flint element wrapped around a succulent blood plum core. Espresso bean, white pepper, florals and
cordite poke their noses in too. Long, lithe and tightly wound with a voluptuous lump of mid palate” – Taras Ochota

“Fragrant and effusive, this supple red features white pepper and violet notes leaping out of the glass. Wild strawberry, cherry and sage flavours are fresh and vibrant, with terrific acidity that accentuates the complexity and verve. Drink now through 2028. 200 cases made. 93/100” – Wine Spectator