WNH event number 7...virtual tasting with @Connor McMahon from Fulldraw Vineyards.
Loved the story behind this new Paso producer. If you’re looking for Paso Rhône wines, check out Fulldraw. Pedigree, quality, story...all there. Many thanks to Connor for joining us tonight!
46% syrah, 28% Grenache and 26% Mourvèdre. After I opened, I put it straight in the decanter. Shortly after, I gave it a try and it was very aromatic...crunchy, sweet, dark fruits. Mourvèdre shows beautifully. More depth than being totally floral, but more elegant than being totally fruit driven. Blue and black candied fruits accompanied by dark chocolate, bacon fat and charcoal. I followed it over 4+hrs and it had a bit of a rollercoaster evolution...very energetic at pop and pour, slightly closed down in between, and hit apex around hour 3. The tannins softened substantially with notes of licorice, dried blackberries, chargrilled blueberries and a finish highlighted by peppered strip. For me, this wine epitomizes Paso GSM blends. Inaugural vintage. Nicely done!
WNH event number 7...virtual tasting with @Connor McMahon from Fulldraw Vineyards.
Loved the story behind this new Paso producer. If you’re looking for Paso Rhône wines, check out Fulldraw. Pedigree, quality, story...all there. Many thanks to Connor for joining us tonight!
46% syrah, 28% Grenache and 26% Mourvèdre. After I opened, I put it straight in the decanter. Shortly after, I gave it a try and it was very aromatic...crunchy, sweet, dark fruits. Mourvèdre shows beautifully. More depth than being totally floral, but more elegant than being totally fruit driven. Blue and black candied fruits accompanied by dark chocolate, bacon fat and charcoal. I followed it over 4+hrs and it had a bit of a rollercoaster evolution...very energetic at pop and pour, slightly closed down in between, and hit apex around hour 3. The tannins softened substantially with notes of licorice, dried blackberries, chargrilled blueberries and a finish highlighted by peppered strip. For me, this wine epitomizes Paso GSM blends. Inaugural vintage. Nicely done!
2 people found it helpfulMay 4th, 2020
Wow, such a great wine even on pop & pour, not as dark & brooding as the Syrah, but amazing blend. Giving the rest a couple hours as recommended
Wow, such a great wine even on pop & pour, not as dark & brooding as the Syrah, but amazing blend. Giving the rest a couple hours as recommended
2 people found it helpfulSep 21st, 2018
My favorite of @Connor McMahon ‘s three new Fulldraw wines. This Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre blend was really delicious. Lots of mixed berries and blood orange accented by a hint of smoke and dark chocolate. Very layered and complex. Excellent mid-palate density. Just flat out terrific! Watch for the inaugural release in late July or early August.
My favorite of @Connor McMahon ‘s three new Fulldraw wines. This Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre blend was really delicious. Lots of mixed berries and blood orange accented by a hint of smoke and dark chocolate. Very layered and complex. Excellent mid-palate density. Just flat out terrific! Watch for the inaugural release in late July or early August.
2 people found it helpfulJun 22nd, 2018
Still a notch below the Honey Bunny for me, but a beautiful wine in its own right.
Still a notch below the Honey Bunny for me, but a beautiful wine in its own right.
1 person found it helpfulMay 23rd, 2021
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
