Jonata 'El Desafio de Jonata' Red, Ballard Canyon, USA 2019 California Syrah supple and charming

supple and charming

fresh personality

it delivers impressive clarity and charm

Messorio started as a personal challenge with one of the most planted varieties not only in Bolgheri

"Fermented with 50% whole clusters in both barrel and concrete vat

Jonata 'El Desafio de Jonata' Red, Ballard Canyon, USA 2019 California Syrah supple and charming"Shy at first and reserved but opens with time in glass. Very close to the surface today. Black fruit, mulberry, scorched earth, black cherry and rosemary. Loam, toasty oak and pencil shavings. Dark with brambly charm. Quiet and sturdy today, but so much promise looking forward. Structurally reminiscent of the profound 2015 Desafio. Graced with persistent tannins from this warm and dry vintage that add to the overall power of the wine. Lovely and