Brian Benson 2013 Caliza Vineyard G-S-M (Paso Robles)

Country: US / Caliza Vineyard
Variety: G-S-M California
Winery: Brian Benson / Paso Robles

This is a rich and engaging blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre from one of West Paso’s great vineyards. Baked black plums mix with condensed purple flowers, dried mint, turned earth and a savory, almost rugged meat quality on the nose. The palate is salty to start and thoroughly spiced with rosemary and lots of acidic zest, set against a black-plum fruit backbone.