2019 Saxum, G2 Vineyard, Paso Robles 1x750ml

Vinous 96

Saturated ruby. Powerful, spice-accented aromas of Chambord, blueberry, licorice and pungent flowers; a white pepper element adds energetic lift. Seamless and deeply concentrated, offering an array of alluringly sweet red and blue fruit, Moroccan spice, mocha and floral pastille flavors braced by a core of juicy acidity. Finishes impressively long, precise and sappy, with intensely spicy thrust and steadily building tannins. [Josh Raynolds, 07/07/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2035

Robert Parker 94

A blend of 53% Grenache, 21% Mataro, 19% Graciano, 4% Carignan and 3% Syrah, the 2019 G2 Vineyard has a medium ruby-purple color and scents of cherries and blueberries with touches of garrigue and mint chocolate. Although it’s a touch aromatically shy, the medium-bodied palate’s generous fruits are on full display, supported by fresh acidity and silty tannins, and its boldly flavored finish suggests it will offer more nuance after a few years’ maturation in bottle. [Erin Brooks, 18/10/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2038