Jonata Todos 18

As always Todos possesses the most exotic, complex, and compelling aromatics of the lineup. Highlighted by black truffle, jasmine, five-spice, black pepper, and clove. Driven by dried blueberry, Mission fig, and aged balsamic. Hints of dried tobacco, mint, and baking chocolate combine with a tidal wave of velveteen black fruit on the palate. A wine of extreme power, but also delicate and proportional balance. Strikes me as the most approachable Todos since 2006 and also possibly the finest since that date.

94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

Blend: 44% Syrah, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Sirah, 10% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc

Wine Details:Grapes: Kitchen-sink blend of all red varieties grown on the estate, primarily Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, with Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Cabernet FrancABV: 14.4%Bottle Size: 750mlFarming / Practices: Ballard Canyon AVA, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, California (Jonata, sister winery to Screaming Eagle; winemaker Matt Dees); sustainably farmed using a polyculture/polyface approach