2018 Saxum, Terry Hoage Vineyard, Central Coast 1x750ml

Robert Parker 95

The 2018 Terry Hoage Vineyard is the last version of this winea the vineyard was ripped out due to red blotch. It’s a blend of 52% Grenache and 48% Syrah, made with about 30% whole cluster and aged in 50% new puncheons and 50% concrete amphora. It has an opaque ruby-purple color and bursts with aromas of mint, blueberry and blackberry jam, garrigue and red fruit touches. Full-bodied, it offers wonderful juiciness and bright, spicy tricolored fruits with a firm, grainy frame and long finish. [Erin Brooks, 25/06/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2020-2035