Saxum James Berry Vineyard 2012
Rhone Red Blends
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Robert
Parker
Product Details
Varietal
Producer
Vintage
2012
Size
750ML
ABV
15.8%
Features
Collectible
Boutique
Your Rating
Somm Note
Winemaker Notes
When tasting the James Berry Vineyard, dark cherries and red fruits lead the way thanks to the Grenache, but with the addition of a new block of Monastrell (Spanish clone of Mourvdre) there is this core of spice that is new to this wine. I love it. Of course it is wild and fruit driven with great chalky tannins, but this is a JBV more akin to the 10, it will greatly reward those of you with patience who will allow this wine to bloom.
Blend: 43% Grenache, 29% Mourvdre, 18% Syrah, 10% Counoise
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
There are 1,580 cases of the 2012 James Berry Vineyard and it reminds me of the 2009 Janasse Chaupin (which is one of Justin’s favorite wines). Incorporating more Mourvedre than normal, it’s made from 43% Grenache, 29% Mourvedre, 18% Syrah and 10% Counoise that’s aged in a combination of concrete and barrel. Rock star stuff, with fabulous black raspberry, cassis, spring flowers and charred meat aromas and flavors, this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness and depth, yet stays lively, incredibly pure and elegant, with lots of fine tannin emerging on the finish. It will benefit from 2-3 years in the cellar and have 15-20 years of ultimate longevity. Rating 97+
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ACB139027_2012 Item# 139027