Red

Hampton Vineyard Syrah

Epiphany

Central Coast · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Syrah
Country
United States
Region
Central Coast · Central Coast
Appellation
Central Coast, California
Alcohol
14.9%
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

Grilled meat · Game meat · Smoked dishes · Aged cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 2014

    A dark core of black plum, blueberry and violet marks the nose of this single-vineyard bottling. The palate showcases purple fruit and floral notes, with concentrated black plum skin and more violet leading the way.

  • 2013

    This bottling shows off more savory smoke than fresh fruit, with soy, black and white pepper and teriyaki/peppercorn-crusted beef aromas. The structure is surprisingly fresher and more clean, with lighter blueberry, pepper and more soy.

  • 2012

  • 2011

    Charred beef tips, grilled whole fish, wet dirt and heavy tar combine for a pungent, serious nose on this Syrah from a vineyard planted by Central Coast pioneer Dale Hampton. It's elegant and soft on the palate, opening up with boysenberry and sage, and possesses ample tannins f…

  • 2010