2005 Rocket Block James Berry Vineyard
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Score 96/100 · Drink 2014-2019, Robert Parker, Jul 2014
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94/100
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96/100
Robert Parker
92
92/100
Josh Raynolds
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92 points
Josh Raynolds
Score 92/100 · Josh Raynolds, Nov 2007
(93% grenache and 7% syrah) Dark red. Graceful red berry and cherry aromas, with complicating floral and mineral qualities adding energy. Brisk but pliant redcurrant and strawberry on the palate, with silky tannins adding shape. Very fresh, elegant and precise, with the balance and suave acidity to reward cellaring. This is more understated than the other bottlings I tried at Saxum, but lacks nothing in flavor interest.
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Saxum
Founded in 2002 by Justin and Heather Smith, Saxum Vineyards is a leading Paso Robles producer of Rhône-inspired wines. Limited to around 8,000 cases annually, the range includes Broken Stones, James Berry Vineyard, Bone Rock and Rocket Block.
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