Epoch Estate Wines

Authenticity Red Rhone Blend

9.05 ratings
9.11 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Red Rhone Blend
Tomato-Based, Pasta, Salami & Prosciutto, Mushrooms, Onion, Pungent Cheese, Venison, Hard Cheese, Lamb, Pork, Beef
Top Notes For
Brian Thompson

Sales & Marketing Krupp Brothers Winery, Stagecoach Vineyard

9.1

Rich, big Syrah with 12% Mourvèdre. Stewed cherries with a hint of white pepper and river stones. High octane at 15.8% - glad I sat on this a while.

Rich, big Syrah with 12% Mourvèdre. Stewed cherries with a hint of white pepper and river stones. High octane at 15.8% - glad I sat on this a while.

Apr 16th, 2016
romo

Proof point that central coast rhones dont age. #virtualtasting

Proof point that central coast rhones dont age. #virtualtasting

Apr 25th, 2020
Jim McCusker

From their first vintage, this is drinking really well. Probably should have cooled it down a bit - slightly above cellar temp and is a bit cloying - but this is exhibiting some terrific aromatics reminiscent of candied raisins, blackberries, and iodine. Full bodied with nice evolution on the palate (although again, cooler temp would probably have made an enormous difference). Balanced, lingering finish. Pretty sure this is one of the few wines David Jelinek made before he was replaced at Epoch. Too bad: he was a terrific talent.

From their first vintage, this is drinking really well. Probably should have cooled it down a bit - slightly above cellar temp and is a bit cloying - but this is exhibiting some terrific aromatics reminiscent of candied raisins, blackberries, and iodine. Full bodied with nice evolution on the palate (although again, cooler temp would probably have made an enormous difference). Balanced, lingering finish. Pretty sure this is one of the few wines David Jelinek made before he was replaced at Epoch. Too bad: he was a terrific talent.

Aug 4th, 2017
Neil Shah

Boozy with several layers,
Nice minerals

Boozy with several layers,
Nice minerals

Nov 10th, 2013
Felix Huang

Felix had this 10 years ago

Felix had this 10 years ago

Sep 29th, 2014