2005 Saxum James Berry Vineyard Cuvée

A blend of 71% Syrah, 20% Mourvedre, and 10% Grenache, the 2005 Saxum James Berry Vineyard is a captivating wine that displays complex, nuanced aromas of black and red berries, toasted spices, potpourri, and underbrush. Full bodied and amazingly textured and balanced, the wine shows superb integration, solid concentration, and a very long, mineral-laced finish. Drinking well now, this should easily drink well over the next 10 to 12 years.

(70% syrah, 20% mourvedre and 10% grenache) Deep ruby. Intense raspberry and blackberry aromas are underscored by suave minerality and fresh violet, with a gentle tobacco quality adding depth. Medium in weight but packed with rich, sweet berry fruit and exotic floral pastille flavors. Seems to gain energy on the finish, which echoes the mineral and floral character. (JR)