2012 Herman Story Grenache On the Road

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Score 93/100 · Drink 2014-2019, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Aug 2014

Made from 100% Grenache and aged 16 months in 40% new French oak, the 2012 On The Road is a blockbuster-styled effort that stays lively, elegant and fresh. Loaded with peppery herbs, licorice, earth and darker berry fruit, it’s unabashedly California and has fantastic purity and richness. Enjoy this beauty over the coming 4-5 years. I loved these latest releases from winemaker Russell From. His 2011s are excellent in the vintage, with slightly toned down, elegant profiles that stay focused and tight on the palate. His 2012s are even better, with hedonistic, textured profiles and fantastic purity of fruit. They’re all worth checking out. Tel. (805) 714-9966; www.hermanstorywines.com

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94
94/100

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94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

93
93/100

Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate

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94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 94/100 · Drink 2014-2022, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jul 2014

The 2012 Grenache On the Road is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Fresh, vibrant and chiseled, the 2012 is laced with bright red cherries, plums, crushed rocks, mint and cinnamon. The flavors are a bit on the dark side for Grenache, but all the elements are in the right place. Sweet floral notes, cinnamon and mint add nuance on the seriously beautiful, vivid finish. The 2012 is a great example of winemaker Russell From's very personal approach.

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Herman Story
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Red

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Dry

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