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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah

Paso Robles

2021

Vintage

Varietal

Syrah

Peak 2025-2029

Where it is, October 2026

At Peak: inside the peak window (2025-2029), within the full drinking arc.

This bottle is in its peak window through 2029, with a drinking horizon to 2033.

The ‘21 J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah.

J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 is from Paso Robles, United States.

Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline

Full drinking arcYou are here · at peak, 2026

Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.

Full drinking arc 2023-2033Peak window 2025-2029

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 has a medium body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.

The 2021 vintage

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines' 2021 Estates South Ridge Syrah comes from Paso Robles, United States.

About J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines' Estates South Ridge Syrah comes from Paso Robles, United States.

From the cellar: pair with

Oven-baked baby back ribs with smoky barbecue glaze

The pairing is scaled to the wine's medium body.

Spicy chicken fajitas with charred peppers

The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary jus

The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.

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Frequently Asked

What is J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021?

J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 is from Paso Robles, United States.

What does J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 taste like?

J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 has a medium body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.

When should J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2023-2033. Within that arc, the peak window is 2025-2029. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.

What pairs with J. Lohr Estates South Ridge Syrah 2021?

Pair this wine with Oven-baked baby back ribs with smoky barbecue glaze; Spicy chicken fajitas with charred peppers; or Grilled lamb chops with rosemary jus.