Saxum "James Berry Vineyard" Paso Robles 2005

Purple.

High-toned nose of brown spices, licorice, black olive.

Plush and very deep/sweet in the mouth. A bit of heat, though, as strong acidity cuts into the finish. Ultimately seems to lack an extra textural dimension to cover the alcohol. I've under-estimated these wines before, however. They often need significant air time to strut (long lees aging).

Day 4 - Deep, saucy aromas - A-1 marinated steak, licorice, earth. Wildly sweet and broad in the mouth, with alcohol showing. Mineral action kicks in on the dis-jointed finish.


$65, 70% Syrah, 20% Mourvedre, 10% Grenache