Caruso Santa Barbara County Syrah

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Caruso 2022 Syrah – Santa Barbara County
Certified Organic • Minimal Intervention • 96 Points – Jonathan Cristaldi

Bold, elegant, and remarkably expressive, the Caruso 2021 Santa Barbara County Syrah is a masterclass in cool-climate Syrah from the prestigious Ballard Canyon AVA. Sourced exclusively from the CCOF Certified Organic Kimsey Vineyard, this small-lot wine is crafted with care, integrity, and a deep respect for the land.

For anyone with the last name Caruso, this wine isn't just delicious—it's personal. Whether you're gifting a namesake bottle or indulging in something meaningful, the Caruso label speaks to identity, legacy, and taste.

Fermented with 50% whole clusters and co-fermented with 3% Viognier (à la Côte-Rôtie), then aged for 15 months in neutral French oak, this wine was bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve its purity and sense of place. It’s a minimal-intervention Syrah with elegance, structure, and an unmistakable Santa Barbara soul.


🍇 Tasting Notes

Vibrant aromatics of black cherry, blackberry, and plum meet delicate floral layers of rose petal, violet, and rhubarb. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with refined, velvety tannins and a core of dark fruit, cherry pit, and floral spice, leading into a long, savory finish with hints of salted dark chocolate and minerality.

This Syrah hits the sweet spot between richness and restraint—ideal for those who appreciate finesse over flash.


🌱 Why We Love It

  • Name Recognition: A special gift or keepsake for anyone named Caruso—perfect for holidays, birthdays, or celebrating heritage.
  • Organic Farming: From CCOF Certified sustainable vineyards.
  • Cool-Climate Character: Grown in Ballard Canyon, one of the top Syrah AVAs in California.
  • Minimal Intervention: Honest, pure, and terroir-driven winemaking.
  • Critically Acclaimed: 96 points from wine critic Jonathan Cristaldi.

📦 Wine Details

  • Grape Varieties: 97% Syrah, 3% Viognier (co-fermented)
  • Region: Ballard Canyon AVA, Santa Barbara County, CA
  • Vintage: 2022
  • Farming: CCOF Certified Organic
  • Winemaking:
    • 50% whole cluster fermentation
    • 15 months in neutral French oak
    • Unfined & Unfiltered
  • Style: Balanced, elegant, expressive
  • Alcohol: 13.5%
  • Ratings: 96 Points – Jonathan Cristaldi

🧀 Food Pairing Suggestions

  • Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • Braised short ribs or pork belly
  • Wild mushroom risotto
  • Aged gouda, blue cheese, or Comté

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