Clos Saron

Black Pearl Sierra Foothills Syrah Blend

9.27 ratings

-no pro ratings

Sierra Foothills, California, USA

Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot

Turkey, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Pork, Nuts & Seeds, Hard Cheese, Soft Cheese, Shellfish, Quinoa, Mushrooms, Chili & Hot Spicy, Fish, Herbs, Asian Cuisine, Veal, Potato, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Goat & Feta Cheese, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Cream Sauces, Pate

Top Notes For

8.9

Decanted and enjoyed over a few hours. Intense aroma of dark forest fruit, dried plums and herbs, some funk. Taste is well balanced, rich with tart wild raspberries and jam. Long finish. Has a bracing acidity and the slightest fizz that fades by the end of the first glass. Resolves to a nicely balanced acidity with moderate tannins that leave you wanting more. This is my first taste of Clos Saron in several years, and I'm reminded why my mind was blown initially. This won't be an everyday go-to but I appreciate how unique this wine is. Would love to share the next bottle with some open minded friends.

Decanted and enjoyed over a few hours. Intense aroma of dark forest fruit, dried plums and herbs, some funk. Taste is well balanced, rich with tart wild raspberries and jam. Long finish. Has a bracing acidity and the slightest fizz that fades by the end of the first glass. Resolves to a nicely balanced acidity with moderate tannins that leave you wanting more. This is my first taste of Clos Saron in several years, and I'm reminded why my mind was blown initially. This won't be an everyday go-to but I appreciate how unique this wine is. Would love to share the next bottle with some open minded friends.

Jul 20th, 2017

8.9

Tangy. Mixes well with spice. Nose different

Tangy. Mixes well with spice. Nose different

Nov 20th, 2015

9.3

Love Clos Saron. So good. Will be for a long time

Love Clos Saron. So good. Will be for a long time

Mar 15th, 2015

9.2

Young but in a good place. Killer steak wine.

Young but in a good place. Killer steak wine.

Feb 15th, 2015

9.3

2009 Black Pearl

2009 Black Pearl

Nov 19th, 2014

Dark fruit and forest floor. Served beside Jambon Baltailles '11 with some interesting resonances.

Dark fruit and forest floor. Served beside Jambon Baltailles '11 with some interesting resonances.

Nov 29th, 2016

9.5

Joel had this 9 years ago

Joel had this 9 years ago

Nov 26th, 2014

9.4

Hanif had this 9 years ago

Hanif had this 9 years ago

Nov 19th, 2014