Wine detail

Saddleback Cellars

Syrah Frediani Vineyard

Oakville

2015

Vintage

Varietal

Syrah

Peak 2021-2026

Where it is, October 2026

At Peak: inside the peak window (2021-2026), within the full drinking arc.

This bottle is in its peak window through 2026, with a drinking horizon to 2032.

The ‘15 Syrah Frediani Vineyard.

Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 is from Oakville, 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 2019-2032Peak window 2021-2026

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.

The 2015 vintage

Saddleback Cellars' 2015 Syrah Frediani Vineyard comes from Oakville, United States.

About Saddleback Cellars

Saddleback Cellars' Syrah Frediani Vineyard comes from Oakville, United States.

From the cellar: pair with

Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter

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

Braised short ribs with truffle polenta

The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Aged Comté with quince paste

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

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Frequently Asked

What is Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015?

Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 is from Oakville, United States.

What does Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 taste like?

Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.

When should Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2019-2032. Within that arc, the peak window is 2021-2026. 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 Saddleback Cellars Syrah Frediani Vineyard 2015?

Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Comté with quince paste.