Ex-Post Facto Syrah 2019

Ex-Post Facto Syrah 2019 is a striking, cool-climate Syrah from California’s Santa Barbara County, crafted by master winemaker Greg Brewer. Known for his precision with Brewer-Clifton and Diatom, Brewer brings the same sense of clarity and finesse here, using whole-cluster fermentation to build complexity, structure, and remarkable aging potential. This is a modern Syrah with roots in old-world restraint and a clear eye on the long haul.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a deep, dark color that hints at its concentration and youthful energy. The nose is layered and expressive, with ripe redcurrant, dark cherry, blackcurrant, mint, crushed black pepper, and a subtle floral lift from wild flowers. On the palate, dark cherries, raspberries, and pepper take the lead, wrapped in a vivid balance of fruit, freshness, and finely tuned acidity. The whole-cluster character brings extra spice, lift, and texture, giving the wine both energy and seriousness. This is a Syrah with plenty of depth now, but it is clearly built to evolve beautifully over time, gaining more nuance, savory detail, and complexity with bottle age.

Production
Ex-Post Facto Syrah comes from cool areas of Santa Barbara County in California, where the climate helps preserve freshness and aromatic definition in the fruit. Greg Brewer works with whole-cluster fermentation exclusively, and the extended 60-day fermentation is highly unusual but integral to the wine’s structure and complexity. The result is a Syrah shaped by careful winemaking, layered extraction, and a style that favors balance and longevity over sheer power.

Food & Serving
This Syrah pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, roast duck, rosemary-marinated pork, beef short ribs, or mushroom-based dishes with earthy depth. It also works well with hard cheeses and herb-driven Mediterranean cuisine. Serve slightly cool, around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for at least an hour if opening young, as that will help the wine open up and show its full aromatic range.

Producer
Ex-Post Facto is the Syrah-focused project of Greg Brewer, one of Santa Barbara County’s most respected winemakers. After building a strong reputation with Brewer-Clifton and Diatom, Brewer launched this label to explore the expressive potential of cool-climate Syrah. The project has quickly earned attention for its purity, structure, and ambitious style, reinforcing Brewer’s standing as one of California’s most thoughtful and skilled producers.

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