Saxum Broken Stones Paso Robles Red Wine 2021 750ml

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97 points Brianne Cohen (Decanter): “This is a potent powerhouse of wine that quakes with sun-drenched flavours of roasted plums and black cherry preserve. Despite its hulking footprint, it maintains a purity of fruit and finesse that’s surprising and enthralling. A rocky, salt-struck vein of minerality rambles from nose to finish. A blend of 54% Syrah, 24% Mataro (aka Mourvdre), 20% Graciano and 2% Petite Syrah matured for 18-20 months predominantly in new French barriques. Drinking Window: 2024-2040. (2/15/24)”

Producer notes: “54% Syrah, 24% Mataro, 20% Graciano, 2% Petite Sirah. Im really excited about this version of Broken Stones. It seems fairly typical. It is Syrah dominated, and was mainly raised in small 225L barriques, about 75% of which were new. However, this is the first year our new Syrah planting up in the Santa Lucia Mountains made its way into the blend. (What we are now calling Old Creek Vineyard, formerly referred to as Cayucos Ridge.). The new Syrah only makes up around 11%, but it definitely brings a bit of black pepper spice to the game. The rest is the usual sources, with James Berry Vineyard making up the bulk, a sprinkling of G2, Heart Stone, and a splash of Dusi. Its a show stopper. Rich in texture, aromas of black fruits and spices, and our characteristic brightness that is always there thanks to our limestone soils. Oh yeah, and the finish goes on and on and on and on. This wine is a pleaser. 1,199 cases produced. Alcohol 15.5%. Drink: now-2040.”