Saxum Booker 2019 1.5L

"I also loved the 2019 Booker Vineyard, which reminds me of a great Hermitage with its smoky array of ripe red and black fruits, leather, game, and iron aromas and flavors. Rich, full-bodied, and powerful, it has flawless balance, that rare sense of richness without weight, ripe yet present tannins, and a great finish. It's another magical Syrah from this great vineyard located right off Highway 46, on the west side of Paso Robles. It's great today but will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for 15-20 years with no issues. The blend is 71% Syrah and 29% Mourvèdre that saw 24% stems and spent 21 months in 74% new French oak." - Jeb Dunnuck, JD98+, tasted 9/2022