Saxum Vineyards – James Berry Vineyard 2018 – Paso Robles
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Saxum Vineyards – James Berry Vineyard 2018 – Paso Robles
Name: Saxum Vineyards
Vintage: 2018
Vineyard: James Berry Vineyard
Region: Paso Robles, California, USA
Grape Variety: 64% Grenache, 18% Mataro (Mourvèdre), 15% Syrah, 3% Counoise
Alcohol Content: Approx. 15.4%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 100
Tasting Notes
The James Berry Vineyard 2018 from Saxum Vineyards is a flawless expression of Paso Robles’ limestone terroir, uniting power, precision, and elegance in perfect harmony.
It opens with captivating aromas of black raspberry, kirsch, lavender, violets, licorice, and crushed stone, layered with hints of smoked herbs, graphite, and cocoa nibs.
On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich, and impeccably balanced, offering waves of ripe red and blue fruits, dark chocolate, pepper, and mineral tones.
The texture is luxurious yet structured, framed by ultra-fine tannins and a lively acidity that gives lift and length.
The finish is endlessly long and pure, a seamless marriage of richness and finesse that defines Saxum’s finest vintages.
The 2018 edition is a masterpiece of balance and focus, confirming Saxum’s place among the elite producers of California Rhône blends.
Vintage Highlights
The 2018 vintage in Paso Robles was cool and extended, allowing for slow, even ripening and perfect phenolic maturity.
James Berry Vineyard, Saxum’s home estate, provided fruit with outstanding freshness and complexity.
Aged for around 20 months in large French oak puncheons and amphorae, the wine retains purity and minerality without excessive oak influence.
✔ 100 points Robert Parker – “a perfect wine; seamless, layered, and profoundly elegant”
✔ Estate-grown fruit from the legendary James Berry Vineyard
✔ Exceptional freshness and definition due to the long, cool vintage
✔ Built for long-term aging, with potential extending 20+ years
Why It’s Special
The 2018 James Berry Vineyard represents the pinnacle of Saxum’s artistry — a wine of breathtaking harmony that captures both the power of Paso Robles and the precision of limestone terroir.
It is a benchmark for modern California Rhône-style wines and a must-have for collectors seeking depth, elegance, and authenticity.
Storage & Serving
Store in a temperature-controlled environment with stable humidity.
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C (60–65°F).
Decant for 2 to 3 hours before serving to fully reveal its aromatic and textural complexity.
Availability
The James Berry Vineyard 2018 was produced in extremely limited quantities and released exclusively to Saxum’s mailing list and select distributors.
All bottles offered by Deggusto are professionally cellared, sourced directly, and available for immediate and secure shipment.
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