Saxum Heart Stone Vineyard 2022
This prestigious red blend originates from the United States, specifically the Adelaida District within the Paso Robles AVA of California’s Central Coast. Saxum Vineyards is a cult-favorite estate founded by Justin and Heather Smith. The winery is renowned for its "superstar" status, specializing in Rhône-style blends from limestone-rich soils. The Heart Stone Vineyard is a small, 7-acre site planted on a gentle south-facing slope of limestone and shale, which contributes to the wine's characteristic minerality and structural depth.
Wine Description
The Saxum Heart Stone Vineyard 2022 is a bold, "overwhelmingly impressive" red.
Appearance: Deep garnet-purple.
Nose: Intense and multifaceted, featuring aromas of baked black plums, boysenberries, and mocha, accented by savory flower, bay leaves, herbes de Provence, and black cardamom.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety. It delivers a mouth-filling experience of roasted fig, blackberry sauce, and star anise. The texture is defined by grainy, "sandy" tannins and refreshing acidity that offsets the high concentration of fruit.
Technical Details: The 2022 blend is composed of 31% Syrah, 29% Grenache, 22% Graciano, and 18% Mataro (Mourvèdre). It is known for its high alcohol content, reaching 16.0% ABV. It is aged with very little new oak, mostly in larger puncheons, and bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Accolades
Wine Enthusiast: 98 points.
Jeb Dunnuck: 96 points.
Food Pairing
This wine's "heavy artillery" style and rich texture make it a natural partner for robust meat dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with grilled or roasted lamb, dry-aged beef, or gamey dishes like goat curry. Its savory, peppery undertones also complement bold Asian flavors such as beef japchae or hearty smoked meats like brisket. For a cheese pairing, try a pungent, aged Mimolette.
Saxum Heart Stone Vineyard 2022
This prestigious red blend originates from the United States, specifically the Adelaida District within the Paso Robles AVA of California’s Central Coast. Saxum Vineyards is a cult-favorite estate founded by Justin and Heather Smith. The winery is renowned for its "superstar" status, specializing in Rhône-style blends from limestone-rich soils. The Heart Stone Vineyard is a small, 7-acre site planted on a gentle south-facing slope of limestone and shale, which contributes to the wine's characteristic minerality and structural depth.
Wine Description
The Saxum Heart Stone Vineyard 2022 is a bold, "overwhelmingly impressive" red.
Appearance: Deep garnet-purple.
Nose: Intense and multifaceted, featuring aromas of baked black plums, boysenberries, and mocha, accented by savory flower, bay leaves, herbes de Provence, and black cardamom.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety. It delivers a mouth-filling experience of roasted fig, blackberry sauce, and star anise. The texture is defined by grainy, "sandy" tannins and refreshing acidity that offsets the high concentration of fruit.
Technical Details: The 2022 blend is composed of 31% Syrah, 29% Grenache, 22% Graciano, and 18% Mataro (Mourvèdre). It is known for its high alcohol content, reaching 16.0% ABV. It is aged with very little new oak, mostly in larger puncheons, and bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Accolades
Wine Enthusiast: 98 points.
Jeb Dunnuck: 96 points.
Food Pairing
This wine's "heavy artillery" style and rich texture make it a natural partner for robust meat dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with grilled or roasted lamb, dry-aged beef, or gamey dishes like goat curry. Its savory, peppery undertones also complement bold Asian flavors such as beef japchae or hearty smoked meats like brisket. For a cheese pairing, try a pungent, aged Mimolette.
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Description
This prestigious red blend originates from the United States, specifically the Adelaida District within the Paso Robles AVA of California’s Central Coast. Saxum Vineyards is a cult-favorite estate founded by Justin and Heather Smith. The winery is renowned for its "superstar" status, specializing in Rhône-style blends from limestone-rich soils. The Heart Stone Vineyard is a small, 7-acre site planted on a gentle south-facing slope of limestone and shale, which contributes to the wine's characteristic minerality and structural depth.
Wine Description
The Saxum Heart Stone Vineyard 2022 is a bold, "overwhelmingly impressive" red.
Appearance: Deep garnet-purple.
Nose: Intense and multifaceted, featuring aromas of baked black plums, boysenberries, and mocha, accented by savory flower, bay leaves, herbes de Provence, and black cardamom.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety. It delivers a mouth-filling experience of roasted fig, blackberry sauce, and star anise. The texture is defined by grainy, "sandy" tannins and refreshing acidity that offsets the high concentration of fruit.
Technical Details: The 2022 blend is composed of 31% Syrah, 29% Grenache, 22% Graciano, and 18% Mataro (Mourvèdre). It is known for its high alcohol content, reaching 16.0% ABV. It is aged with very little new oak, mostly in larger puncheons, and bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Accolades
Wine Enthusiast: 98 points.
Jeb Dunnuck: 96 points.
Food Pairing
This wine's "heavy artillery" style and rich texture make it a natural partner for robust meat dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with grilled or roasted lamb, dry-aged beef, or gamey dishes like goat curry. Its savory, peppery undertones also complement bold Asian flavors such as beef japchae or hearty smoked meats like brisket. For a cheese pairing, try a pungent, aged Mimolette.
