The 2019 Epoch Block B Syrah is a bold and complex wine hailing from the Paderewski Vineyard in Paso Robles, California. Crafted by Epoch, this wine is characterized by its deep, inky hue and rich, robust profile. With an alcohol content of 15.1%, it promises both intensity and depth.

Several renowned wine critics have provided glowing reviews of the 2019 vintage. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate awarded it an impressive 98 points, describing it as "opaque ruby-purple" with a "supple yet powerful" palate, complemented by "abundant, powdery tannins" and "floral fruits refreshed by bright bursts of acidity." The review highlights the wine’s "epically long finish," noting its potential to evolve over time.

Wine Enthusiast's Matt Kettmann echoes similar sentiments, also giving it a 98-point rating. He describes the wine as "a revelation," with aromas of "toasted blackberry, milk chocolate, violet, and toasted wood" that lead to a palate with "chiseled tannins." Kettmann praises its flavors of "toasted walnut, espresso, and chocolate cream," and commends its "elegantly minty herb" finish that "goes on forever."

Jeb Dunnuck also rates the wine highly, at 96 points, pointing out its "inky purple/plum-hued beauty" and a "singular, meaty, almost bloody quality." Dunnuck notes its "focused, dense, powerful mouthfeel" with "remarkable purity" and suggests it will benefit from a little cellaring.

Vinous and James Suckling both scored the wine at 95 points. Vinous’s Eric Guido describes it as "peppery and floral" with "energizing acidity," while James Suckling highlights its "broad and meaty but also very precise" nature, with a "chiselled palate and a full body."

Overall, the 2019 Epoch Block B Syrah is highly acclaimed for its complexity, depth, and aging potential, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts of rich and robust red wines.