Epoch Estate Wines’ 2023 Block B has received 100 points from Jeb Dunnuck, marking our first wine to earn a 100-point score.  Crafted from 100% Syrah grown in Block 13 of our estate Paderewski Vineyard, this wine comes from the Willow Creek District of Paso Robles, California.

We couldn’t be more honored to celebrate this milestone with our team, our Wine Club members, and everyone who has been part of Epoch’s story.  An #epochmoment we will always remember!

A Single Block of Syrah from Paderewski Vineyard

Block B comes from one specific hillside: the east-facing Block 13 at our Paderewski Vineyard.  Planted to Syrah clone 174, this block gives us the opportunity to explore the character of one small part of our estate, vintage after vintage.

Paderewski’s limestone-rich hillsides and rocky, calcareous soils are central to Epoch’s story.  For winemaker Jordan Fiorentini and our vineyard and cellar teams, Block B is an opportunity to express that place through a wine made entirely from a single block of Syrah.

Inside the 2023 Block B Vintage

The 2023 Block B brings together dark fruit, dried violet, roasted herbs, black olive, and black pepper, with mineral notes and smooth, silky tannins.

A closer look at the vintage:

  • Grape: 100% Syrah
  • Vineyard: 100% Paderewski Vineyard, Block 13
  • Appellation: Paso Robles AVA, Willow Creek District
  • Fermentation: Concrete tanks and half-ton new French oak puncheons, with 28% whole cluster
  • Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels and puncheons, 52% new
  • Production: 501 cases

These details offer a glimpse into the work behind the bottle, from the vineyard block we return to each year to the decisions made in the cellar.

A 100-Point Review from Jeb Dunnuck

The recognition appears in Jeb Dunnuck’s September 10, 2026, report, “Paso Robles: The Sun-Kissed 2024s and a Classification of Top Estates.”

In his review, Dunnuck describes the 2023 Block B as an “absolutely captivating Syrah” and lists a drinking window of 2026 to 2041.

Read Jeb Dunnuck’s 2023 Block B review.  Full review access requires a subscription.

We are grateful for this recognition and proud to share a milestone that celebrates the vineyard and the people behind this wine.

Explore Block B and Visit Epoch

The 2023 Block B was included in our Fall 2026 Wine Club release.  To inquire about current availability, contact our Wine Club team.  You can also explore Epoch Wine Club membership to learn about our releases and member experiences.

Planning a trip to Paso Robles wine country?  We would love to welcome you to our historic York Mountain property in Templeton, California.  Explore our wine tasting experiences and discover the vineyards, wines, and people behind Epoch.  Tastings are by appointment.

“All Syrah from a single block on the estate Paderewski Vineyard in the heart of the Willow Creek District, the 2023 Syrah Block B was fermented with 28% whole cluster and aged 18 months in French oak, 52% being new. It has sensational aromatics of black and blue fruits, blood orange, ground pepper, and a Guigal La Mouline-like floral and white peach-like character soaring from the nose. It’s fullbodied on the palate, with a deep, layered, seamless mouthfeel, polished tannins, and a gorgeous finish. It’s the most complete and layered of the Syrah releases and tops out my scale. Hats off to Jordan Fiorentini for this absolutely captivating Syrah that I wish every reader could taste. Drink 2026-2041.” -Jeb Dunnuck

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The 2023 Block B is currently exclusive to our Wine Club for our Fall 2026 Wine Club Release.  To access these wines, please join our Wine Club.

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