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2014 Syrah Purisima Mountain Vineyard

Wine Details
Place of Origin

United States

Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara County

California

Color

Red

Grape/Blend

Syrah

Vintages
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Reviews & Tasting Notes

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Drinking Window

2016 - 2022

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This is a strong set of wines from Steve Beckmen. In particular, I was quite impressed with the 2014 Syrahs because of their energy and precision. The 2014 Cuvée Le Bec, the estate's entry-level red, also points to a strong vintage here. Slight changes in cooperage, and less oak influence overall, have started to pay dividends. Within the context of Ballard Canyon, and especially compared to Jonata and Stolpman (both of which are neighbors), the Beckmen Syrahs are a bit more restrained in style.