Served blind with Saxum 2005 and this won the round by a touch. Earthy and complex. Fruit had diminished since I last had it. But secondary characteristics are moving in that I really like. — 10 years ago
1999 Linne Calodo - James Berry. A young Justin Smith, not bad but saxum awaits. — 13 years ago
James Berry Vineyard Syrah. Made famous by Saxum, but Toft does a wonderful job with this blend. — 10 years ago
My favorite PR winery and one of my overall favorites, at least since I am still on the waiting list for Saxum.. — 12 years ago
Matt Austin
Owner/Winemaker, Grosgrain Vineyards, Walla Walla, WA
Big, ripe, dense, concentrated, complex and Saxum-like (2011 vintage be damned), which makes sense since it is probably the only Paso wine that is more expensive (on release) than Saxum. Balanced for what it is and very enjoyable from a pure hedonism standpoint. Not sure that age will do it any favors. — 9 years ago