Paul Lato Space Cadet Syrah Grenache 2020

This is third bottling of this blend. It requires an exceptional year in the vineyard with the utmost care through its life in barrel. It is a 80/20 blend of Syrah and Grenache from two great vineyards in Santa Barbara County: Bien Nacido Vineyard from Santa Maria Valley, and Larner Vineyard of Ballard Canyon. Both vineyards bring nuances of their appellations through Syrah and Grenache. The 2020 Space Cadet is the star in this range from Paul Lato. Inky red/purplish fruit, sage, cedar, tobacco, incense and dried flowers are some of the many notes that race across the palate. All the elements are so well balanced. 97 points rated by Antonio Galloni