2024 Library Vineyard
Petite Syrah

The Library Vineyard is one of the most unique vineyards in California. Planted between 1880 and 1920 directly behind the St. Helena Public Library, the vineyard is very varietally diverse. Primarily Petite Syrah vines mix with a myriad of others, including; Peloursin, Cinsault, Syrah, Mission, Alicante Bouschet, Grand Noir, Carignane, Grenache and Zinfandel. There are also several white grapes such as Muscat Alexandria, Muscadelle, Burger, and Green Hungarian. We pick them all together to make a wine truly expressive of the vineyard. White peach and dark fruit mingle with lifted floral aromatics, India ink, citrus, and the savory depth of toasted spice. Its broad, alluvial tannins recall the structure that made Napa Valley famous, while the vineyard’s many varieties bring continual movement and surprise. Complex yet remarkably versatile, it is equally compelling on its own or alongside yakitori, ponzu, or miso-glazed fish.