2021 Caliza Winery Azimuth
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The 2021 Azimuth is a Mourvèdre-dominated blend that includes 35% Grenache and 12% Syrah. Aged 20 months in 30% new oak, its ruby/plum hue is followed by terrific aromatics of gamey red and black fruits, ground pepper, iron, and tapenade nuances. It's a big, lush, layered red that brings terrific Paso Robles fruit while staying beautifully balanced, layered, and elegant on the palate. Drink this awesome red over the coming decade.
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Crushed cherries, sweet herbs and hints of incense create an inviting bouquet as the 2021 Azimuth slowly evolves in the glass. It soothes with its round and supple textures as a savory core of spiced red berries slowly saturates. Rosy inner florals arch across the palate as this leaves a minty freshness and gritty tannins, forming a crunchy sensation toward the close. The Azimuth is a blend of 53% Mourvèdre, 35% Grenache and 12% Syrah refined in 30% new French oak.
The 2021 Azimuth is a blend of 53% Mourvèdre, 35% Grenache and 12% Syrah matured for 20 months in 30% new French oak. It takes some air to open from tar and earth to reveal blackberries, blueberries, lavender, tea leaves and conifer-like undertones. The medium-bodied palate features restrained, perfumed fruit supported by chalky tannins and refreshing acidity, and it has a long, nuanced finish. 400 cases were produced, and it will be released in the spring of 2024.