Vineyard sources: Slide-Hill Vineyard (Edna Valley), White Hawk Vineyard (Cat Canyon), Larner Vineyard (Ballard Canyon), and Alta Mesa Vineyard (Santa Barbara County). Around 31 months in 60% New French Barrique / 40% Used French Barrique
98 points, "The 2021 EABA is based on 63% Syrah, 21% Mourvèdre, 15% Grenache, and the rest Viognier and saw a slightly longer élevage, spending 31 months in 60% new oak. Exotic red and black fruits, ground pepper, violets, bouquet garni, sandalwood, and some gamey, meaty notes all emerge on the nose, and this beauty is full-bodied, has a concentrated, layered mouthfeel and incredible length. It's another incredible wine from this talented winemaker that deserves 3-4 years in the cellar and will shine over the following 15." - Jeb Dunnuck