2021 Samuel Louis Smith Syrah 'Nelson Vineyard'

100% organic Syrah from the Nelson Vineyard, off Summit Road. The property was planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah in ‘99, after spending 30 years as a Christmas tree farm best known for silvertip firs, a variety that thrives at higher elevations. At 1700 ft, the vines growing in sandy loam and chunky sandstone are surrounded by redwoods and firs. Native yeasts, neutral oak, bottling unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulphur.  13.6% alcohol. 600 bottles made. 

93 points, Wine Enthusiast. "Very light in the glass, this bottling is a fresh version of the grape, offering crisp, punchy aromas of plum, pomegranate and lilac on the nose. The vibrant, energetic palate casts Syrah in a refreshing light, with juicy fruits, purple flowers and white pepper riding through a leathery texture on the finish."