| Rating | 88 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Syrah / Shiraz |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Santa Barbara County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.3% |
| Price | $48.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-03-30 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Steak Dinner, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Grenache, Syrah / Shiraz , Zinfandel
Rusack Vineyards Ballard Canyon Estate Syrah Reserve 2016 Review
This wine is only available online but is a good example of balanced American Syrah. It has a nice full weight on the palate, while expressing great acidity so it won’t overwhelm a dish. There are really awesome savory notes that will remind you of cooking herbs and ripe olives. This bottle with a steak dinner would be a nice pairing.
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