If Jonata makes a “just decent” wine, I haven’t had it. This is another super effort by winemaker Matt Dees. Smoke and spice with fruit notes on the nose. Dark berries, pepper notes, chocolate flavors. The half of the bottle I’d decanted was clearly softer but with still with lovely fruit. The half not decanted was bolder with ripe dark berry flavors with mocha / chocolate notes.

Elegant, smooth, well-balanced wine. I want more.  

Pairings: Grilled meat, cheese course.

Style: Red Wine

Grape Type(s): 95% Sangiovese, 5% Syrah

Region: Santa Ynez Valley, California, USA

Price: $75