Saxum Vineyards – Broken Stones 2016 – Paso Robles
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Saxum Vineyards – Broken Stones 2016 – Paso Robles
Name: Saxum Vineyards
Vintage: 2016
Region: Paso Robles, California, USA
Grape Variety: 52% Syrah, 18% Mataro, 10% Grenache, 10% Tempranillo, 8% Petite Sirah, 2% Roussanne
Alcohol Content: Approx. 15.9%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 94–96+
Tasting Notes
The Broken Stones 2016 from Saxum Vineyards is a deep, powerful, and expressive Rhône-style blend that perfectly captures the dark mineral intensity of the Paso Robles terroir.
It opens with captivating aromas of blackberry, cassis, tar, graphite, and crushed stone, intertwined with subtle notes of smoked meat, violets, and baking spices.
On the palate, it is full-bodied and richly textured, delivering layers of black cherry, plum, licorice, and dark chocolate framed by firm yet velvety tannins.
Despite its concentration, the wine maintains freshness and tension, leading to a long, persistent finish with hints of spice, mineral, and savory depth.
This vintage shows a perfect balance between richness and structure, showcasing Saxum’s hallmark intensity with remarkable refinement.
Vintage Highlights
The 2016 vintage in Paso Robles offered ideal ripening conditions, allowing fruit to achieve full phenolic maturity with outstanding balance.
Broken Stones 2016 was aged in a combination of new French oak puncheons, foudres, and amphorae, emphasizing texture and minerality over overt oak influence.
✔ 94–96+ points Robert Parker – “a stunning, concentrated, and impeccably balanced wine”
✔ Rich, layered fruit with pronounced mineral character
✔ Exceptional aging potential with vibrant acidity and structure
✔ Signature Saxum blend highlighting Paso Robles’ limestone soils
Why It’s Special
Broken Stones represents the heart of Saxum’s winemaking philosophy — power matched by precision.
The 2016 vintage delivers both intensity and poise, offering an experience that is bold yet beautifully restrained.
It stands as one of the estate’s most age-worthy and collectible vintages of the decade.
Storage & Serving
Store in a temperature-controlled environment with stable humidity.
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C (60–65°F).
Decant for 1.5 to 2 hours before serving to unlock its full aromatic complexity.
Availability
The Broken Stones 2016 was produced in limited quantities and is highly sought after among collectors and enthusiasts.
All bottles offered by Deggusto are professionally cellared, sourced directly, and available for immediate and secure shipment.
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