The Ojai Vineyard "Clima Frio" 2023 Syrah, Santa Barbara County

Ojai Vineyard’s “Clima Frio” 2023 Syrah blends fruit from cool sites in Sta. Rita Hills and just west of it, delivering a Syrah that leans Rhône‑like in mood and balance.

Aromas drift between black fruit and savory notes—think blackberry, olive tapenade, violets, and incense, with a hint of spiced meat or balsamic undertow . On the palate, it feels rich and lithe at once—ripe berries wrapped in dusty pepper, underlain by olive, leather, and a savory, game‑tinged edge.

What sticks is how composed it is. This isn’t overripe or flashy. It carries structure without needing weight. The fruit, spice, and savory notes are precise, held together by freshness and a mineral thread—that’s what lets it finish clean and leave you leaning for the next sip.

This Syrah shows that restraint can be just as compelling as power. Driven by clarity and place, it’s elegant, honest, and quietly confident.