2021 Syrah Pinot Blanc The Priest Ranch Peacemaker starts

The Priest Ranch Peacemaker starts with a waft of barrel toast that greets the nose with cedar

Made for sunny days

and toasted vanilla on the nose

The team at Robert Craig actually use some Cabernet Sauvignon from more elegant lots to soften this wine as it can be a bruiser at the outset

2021 Syrah Pinot Blanc The Priest Ranch Peacemaker startsThe 2021 Syrah is a standout expression of Charles Rhne inspired winemaking, earning an outstanding 95 points from Wine Enthusiast. Sourced from Hudson Vineyards in the Carneros AVA in Napa, this wine achieves a beautiful harmony of power, depth, and refinement. Blackberry, blueberry, violet, and warm pepper rise from the glass with incredible purity. The palate is rich yet smooth, offering layers of dark fruit, cocoa, espresso, and smoked spice.