The 2020 Vermillion is a blend of Grenache and Syrah all from the Thompson Vineyard in Santa Barbara County. It has outstanding aromatics of kirsch and darker cherries with subtle peppery garrigue and gamey nuances. This nicely textured, medium to full-bodied, supple, elegant red will be a smoking value. Drink bottles over the coming 4-6 years.
92 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Dec 2023)
The 2020 Vermillion is a racy Syrah/Grenache blend. Juicy dark cherry, plum, cedar, tobacco, rose petals and dried herbs are nicely pushed forward in this super-expressive red blend. The fruit is sourced from sites in Alisos Canyon, Santa Barbara and Santa Maria Valley.
92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Dec 2023)