Barden Santa Barbara County Syrah 2012 HONDURRABI ZURI it’s elegant and finely textured

it’s elegant and finely textured

of which we own more than half

The Ligniers own just under half a hectare of vines planted in 1968 in this great premier cru

the vine density (2400 vines/acre) was almost unheard of

the wineries are owned and managed by Champagne Louis Roederer and produce some of the world’s most prestigious wines

Barden Santa Barbara County Syrah 2012 HONDURRABI ZURI it’s elegant and finely texturedPepper rules this cool climate, low alcohol take on the grape by Doug Margerum, with both white and black pepper giving spice to blackened beef and blackberry fruits. The rich yet tart flavors trend toward boysenberry, with dried oregano and basil apparent alongside the very prominent cracked peppercorns.