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2010
Saxum Heartstone Vineyard
(750ml)
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Producer: |
Saxum Vineyards
saxumvineyards.com
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| Appellation: |
Paso Robles - California - United States
(AVA)
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| Type: |
red
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| Varietal: |
Syrah
- Mourvèdre
- Grenache
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| Maturity: |
Hold |
| Rating: |
Outstanding |
| Est. Price: |
$89.00 |
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Tasting Notes:
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rated:
August 25, 2012
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Antonio Galloni (WS)
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95 points
"The 2010 Heart Stone Vineyard opens with a dark, brooding nose redolent of smoke, tar, incense and licorice. Elements of dark, inward fruit continue to build in the glass. There is an exotic element in the Heart Stone that is undeniably appealing. Layers of fruit crescendo to the huge, towering finish. The 2010 is 51% Syrah and 49% Grenache aged in small new French oak barrels, an approach that works extremely well here. Justin Smith seems to know exactly what each of his wines needs. (95-97)."
Best 2014-2020
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rated:
December 25, 2012
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IWC
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94 points
"(51% syrah and 49% grenache; 15.7% alcohol): Inky ruby. Powerful aromas of cherry-cola, blackberry, smoky minerals and violet, with a sexy oak spice nuance in the background. Lush and creamy on the palate, offering sweet, deeply concentrated dark berry flavors and a refreshing jolt of smoky minerals. Finishes bright and delineated, with lingering notes of cinnamon and candied flowers. "
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rated:
January 25, 2013
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James Laube
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94 points
"Offers a broad range of dense, earth- and mineral-laced cranberry, raspberry and wild berry, touching on berry pie and black licorice. Ends chewy. Syrah and Grenache. Drink now through 2024. 400 cases made. –JL"
Best -2024
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