About this product
The wine that put Paso Robles on the world's wine map — a 100-point Rhône blend from Saxum's flagship James Berry Vineyard on Paso's West Side. From ancient calcareous seabed soils with volcanic intrusions, the wine opens with extraordinary complexity: dark cherry preserve, black olive tapenade, lavender, iron ore, and white pepper from Mourvèdre. The palate is simultaneously massive and refined — full-bodied with polished tannins and a finish that extends beyond 60 seconds.
Pairing intelligence
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Saxum's monumental Rhône blend demands the richest beef preparations; the wine's power and complexity match the mineral depth of bone marrow with ease
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Grenache-Mourvèdre's warm spice and dark olive character bridge Paso's Mediterranean ambitions with North African lamb preparations — a modern Californian luxury pairing
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The wine's complexity demands aged, assertive cheese — goat gouda's caramel-salt depth and nuttiness can meet Saxum's formidable weight and dark fruit
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