94 Point Robert Parker: “Medium ruby-purple, the Tensley Syrah Santa Barbara County has pretty aromas of apricot and wild berry preserves with nuances of dried earth, wildflowers and dark spices. The palate is bright, fresh and lifted with an appealing blend of fruit, floral and savory character, and it finishes long and layered.”

93 Points Jeb Dunnuck: “Tasted out of bottle, the Tensley Syrah Santa Barbara County is another terrific wine that could be 2-3 times the price. Elegant, complex notes of red plums, blackberries, toasted spiced, peppered meats, and flowery incense all give way to a medium to full-bodied Syrah that has silky tannins, no hard edges, and just a balanced, layered style thats impossible to resist. Its beautifully done, as well as a smoking value. It will evolve for 8-10 years…

…some of the finest wines hes made. They have the classic, opulent style hes known for paired with more freshness, purity, and acidity. His wines age beautifully, but my money is on his 2018s evolving even longer. These wines will put on weight over the course of their levage, and this is certainly another brilliant vintage. If you take prices into account, dollar for dollar, these are some of the greatest wines out there.”