Herman Story

Late Bloomer Grenache

9.1120 ratings
8.922 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Grenache
Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Turkey, Pasta, Mushrooms, Veal, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Potato, White Rice, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Eric Urbani

In magnum. Still one of my faves from Russ and always fun to tell the story (wine club gets to submit grade school photo and if you win, you get to be on every bottle for the vintage). lol. 100% Grenache from Paso. 15.8% ABV so drink responsibly.

In magnum. Still one of my faves from Russ and always fun to tell the story (wine club gets to submit grade school photo and if you win, you get to be on every bottle for the vintage). lol. 100% Grenache from Paso. 15.8% ABV so drink responsibly.

Apr 14th, 2024
Allison Lyzenga

Medium/Deep ruby; medium plus intensity aromas of black cherry, black and red plum, blackberry, orange peel, kalamata olives, underbrush, rosemary; dry, medium acid, soft medium tannins, high alcohol, full body, medium plus intensity flavors consistent with aromas; long finish, just as rich and concentrated as ever, very good

Medium/Deep ruby; medium plus intensity aromas of black cherry, black and red plum, blackberry, orange peel, kalamata olives, underbrush, rosemary; dry, medium acid, soft medium tannins, high alcohol, full body, medium plus intensity flavors consistent with aromas; long finish, just as rich and concentrated as ever, very good

Mar 28th, 2021
David L

12’ Harmon Story Late Bloomer. Wine nerd herd virtual tasting. Rusty red in the glass. This Grenache is without a doubt on the lighter style. Aromas of red cherry, salt & pepper, leather.
Palate- It’s very clean. No bumps in the road. Blueberries, blackberries lavender & toasty. Seamless in texture. Finishing off with nice floral notes.

12’ Harmon Story Late Bloomer. Wine nerd herd virtual tasting. Rusty red in the glass. This Grenache is without a doubt on the lighter style. Aromas of red cherry, salt & pepper, leather.
Palate- It’s very clean. No bumps in the road. Blueberries, blackberries lavender & toasty. Seamless in texture. Finishing off with nice floral notes.

Mar 30th, 2020
Eric Urbani

In Magnum. 15.7% abv Russ From classic 100% Grenache sources from Santa Barbara. Fabulous.

In Magnum. 15.7% abv Russ From classic 100% Grenache sources from Santa Barbara. Fabulous.

Aug 4th, 2019
David L

Best vintage to date.

Best vintage to date.

Oct 25th, 2018
David L

12' I'm amazed how complex this is . 45 min decant. Dark black raspberry, cured meats, spicy black jam. The back of the palate is finishing with such elegance . I'm wanting another glass . Enjoy this wine in the next 5/7 years.

12' I'm amazed how complex this is . 45 min decant. Dark black raspberry, cured meats, spicy black jam. The back of the palate is finishing with such elegance . I'm wanting another glass . Enjoy this wine in the next 5/7 years.

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Mark Blatty

Grenache never tasted so good...

Grenache never tasted so good...

Dec 23rd, 2016
Nathaniel DiMaggio

Bombastic. Kirsch liquor, straight up. Could use more acid but fun.

Bombastic. Kirsch liquor, straight up. Could use more acid but fun.

Nov 21st, 2015
Connor McMahon

Great Grenache. Russell is the man

Great Grenache. Russell is the man

Jun 14th, 2014
Adam Gäfvert

This is Herman Storys Grenache aged for three years in oak. Ultra expressive and flavour packed with all grenache characteristic turn on to max. Some tertiary notes at this stage and I would not cellar this any further. It’s a nice combination of fun and serious at the same time.

This is Herman Storys Grenache aged for three years in oak. Ultra expressive and flavour packed with all grenache characteristic turn on to max. Some tertiary notes at this stage and I would not cellar this any further. It’s a nice combination of fun and serious at the same time.

Sep 4th, 2023