Tensley Syrah Santa Barbara County Colson Canyon Vineyard 2023

96+ points Michele Gargani (Ian D'Agata Wine Review): "The 2023 vintage exemplifies Colson’s hallmark boldness and complexity. The wine opens with explosive layers of red and black fruit, hard candy, black pepper, and dark chocolate, followed by savory notes of Japanese barbecue sauce. A cola-like note emerges on the finish, adding charm to the wine’s already immense structure. While the tannins suggest impressive aging potential, the wine is also irresistibly exuberant in its youth. Drinking window: 2025–2040. (Nov 2024)"

(94-96) points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2023 Syrah Colson Canyon Vineyard once again shows how unique this site is. Black cherry, plum, licorice, crushed rocks, graphite, cured meats, iron and chalk are some of the many notes that grace this complex, wonderfully dynamic Syrah. There's so much going on here. Drink 2026-2035 (Aug 2024)"

(94-96) points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2023 Syrah Colson Canyon Vineyard comes from great vineyard (which is owned and farmed by Tensley) located in the hills above Los Olivos. Darker red and blue fruits, dried flowers, sandalwood, and peppery, spicy notes all shine here, and it’s medium to full-bodied, with a balanced mouthfeel, fine tannins, and outstanding length. This cuvée always benefits from bottle age, and I don’t expect the 2023 to be any different. (Aug 2024)"