The 2022 Sanguis Bossman Red Blend is a highly limited, cool-climate Syrah-based blend from California's Central Coast that beautifully mimics the weightless density of a Northern Rhône red. Crafted by winemaker Matthias Pippig, this vintage displays incredible freshness, striking acidity, and a deep, multi-dimensional flavor profile that balance its intense fruit concentration.
Wine Specifications
Varietal Blend: 83% Syrah, 10% Grenache, 7% Viognier
Vineyard Sources: John Sebastiano, Kimsey, and Watch Hill Vineyards
Winemaking: Fermented on native yeasts with 55% whole clusters.
Aging: Raised on its lees for two years in a mix of seasoned and new French oak.
Production: Extremely rare, with only 110 cases produced.
Tasting Profile & Notes
The Nose: Dominant aromas of ripe blueberry and wild strawberry, seamlessly integrated with notes of cinnamon, clove, and a distinct hint of savory bacon fat.
The Palate: A spiced compote of pure red and blue fruits. It balances rich depth with a paradoxical feeling of weightlessness.
Structure: Features a supple texture framed by a vibrant, bright acidity and an "edge" that easily cuts through heavy fats.
Finish: Delivers a lingering impression on the palate, leaving hints of integrated oak and baking spices.
Serve the 2022 Sanguis Bossman Red Blend slightly cool at 60°F to 65°F (15°C to 18°C).
Temperature Tips
Avoid room temperature: Modern indoor temperatures around 70°F+ make high-alcohol blends taste overly hot, flabby, and heavily alcoholic.
Quick chill: Place the bottle in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes before serving to hit the ideal window.
The impact: Serving it slightly cool focuses the bright blueberry and strawberry fruits, tames the alcohol, and sharpens the acidity.
Decanting Advice
Time: Give it a 45 to 60 minute decant.
Why: This is a young, tightly wound cool-climate wine. Oxygen helps release the complex bacon fat and baking spice aromatics.