Booker Vineyard

Remnant 24 Tempranillo Blend

9.212 ratings
9.14 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Tempranillo Blend
Duck, Pasta, Beans & Peas, Goose, Chili & Hot Spicy, Exotic Spices, Game, Baking Spices, Herbs, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Turkey, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Tomato-Based, Venison, Pungent Cheese, Soft Cheese, Onion, Chicken, Veal, Paella
Top Notes For
Bill Bender

Enjoy with something grilled by the fire

Enjoy with something grilled by the fire

Sep 14th, 2018
Ellen Clifford

This is jammy in a good way. It's such an interesting blend! I was sort of hoping for/expecting a more unusual taste, especially when I saw the 25% petit Verdot, but I suppose the tempranillo does well for subduing the tannin and spice--not in a bad way though. The color is gorgeously deep and purple-y ruby. The tannins that are there are strong yet elegantly woven in. The whole shebang is like a blackberry jam that has savory elements to it rather than sweet. Also I feel this would pair well with walnuts. I don't know why but drinking it gave me that craving. More on ye olde Scrumptious Gruel blog Thanks @Paul T for introducing me to Booker vineyards!

This is jammy in a good way. It's such an interesting blend! I was sort of hoping for/expecting a more unusual taste, especially when I saw the 25% petit Verdot, but I suppose the tempranillo does well for subduing the tannin and spice--not in a bad way though. The color is gorgeously deep and purple-y ruby. The tannins that are there are strong yet elegantly woven in. The whole shebang is like a blackberry jam that has savory elements to it rather than sweet. Also I feel this would pair well with walnuts. I don't know why but drinking it gave me that craving. More on ye olde Scrumptious Gruel blog Thanks @Paul T for introducing me to Booker vineyards!

Apr 18th, 2017
Andrew S

In a great place right now!

In a great place right now!

May 28th, 2016
Jim McCusker

An interesting wine from Eric Jensen at Booker. The primary varietal is tempranillo, but only at 35%: the balance is petit verdot, syrah, and cab! Makes it a bit difficult to describe - lots of different aromatics on the nose - but dominated by primary red and black fruits (somewhat surprising given its age). Full bodied on the palate with good balance. My only complaint is that the wine seems a bit unfocused - doesn’t seem to know where it’s going. I suspect that had we opened this a couple of years ago (or a couple of years from now), the story would have been different. But these are minor details: this is still a terrific, enormously enjoyable wine!

An interesting wine from Eric Jensen at Booker. The primary varietal is tempranillo, but only at 35%: the balance is petit verdot, syrah, and cab! Makes it a bit difficult to describe - lots of different aromatics on the nose - but dominated by primary red and black fruits (somewhat surprising given its age). Full bodied on the palate with good balance. My only complaint is that the wine seems a bit unfocused - doesn’t seem to know where it’s going. I suspect that had we opened this a couple of years ago (or a couple of years from now), the story would have been different. But these are minor details: this is still a terrific, enormously enjoyable wine!

Feb 10th, 2018
Rodney Lee

So interesting this wine. Great fruit & well balanced.

So interesting this wine. Great fruit & well balanced.

May 22nd, 2016
Berg

Big red with paella is working tonight #rockthered #letsgocaps #playoffs

Big red with paella is working tonight #rockthered #letsgocaps #playoffs

Apr 17th, 2016
Colin McCartney

Deep, deep aromas of dark cherry and mocha...smooth, layered tiers of cherries, rhubarb, smoke, and spice...gripping tannins.

Deep, deep aromas of dark cherry and mocha...smooth, layered tiers of cherries, rhubarb, smoke, and spice...gripping tannins.

Aug 22nd, 2015
Jim Guarasci

Delicious. Dry with a soft finish.

Delicious. Dry with a soft finish.

Apr 3rd, 2015
Hana-Lee / Wander & Wine

Rich with earthy notes, licorice and hints of dried red fruit. Highly recommended drinking on the cooler side and letting it open a bit.

Rich with earthy notes, licorice and hints of dried red fruit. Highly recommended drinking on the cooler side and letting it open a bit.

Mar 20th, 2015
Carter Nixon

Carter had this 9 years ago

Carter had this 9 years ago

Dec 23rd, 2014