Country: U.S.A.

Region: California

Vintage: 2019

Cépage: Syrah (65%); Grenache (22%); Petite Sirah (10%); Viognier (3%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 96 (RP); 93 (JS)

" A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah and Viognier, the 2019 Christo has a deep ruby-purple color and alluring scents of blueberry jam and cassis with accents of loamy earth, violet, coffee beans and iron. The full-bodied palate is powerful yet silky, with seamless acidity and gobs of pure violet perfume on the long, layered finish. It's easy to drink now but offers a decade or more of cellaring potential."

Erin Brooks (RP) - 07/22