Fine Wine

May 25June 02, 2020
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LOT 133

Lot 133

SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2011 (2) WA 96+
SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2012 (1) WA 97+
SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2013 (2) WA 97

SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2011 (2) WA 96+
SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2012 (1) WA 97+
SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2013 (2) WA 97
Lot 133 Details
SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2011 (2)

Paso Robles.

Reminding me of a top 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape (the 2010 Raymond Usseglio Cuvee Imperiale to be exact), the 2011 James Berry Vineyard is a blend of 69% Grenache, 13% Mourvedre, 13% Syrah, 2% Counoise, and a splash of Roussanne, that was aged in a combination of concrete (Grenache) and larger oak puncheons. A fresh, detailed and more elegant example of the cuvee, it offers gorgeous notes of ripe berry fruit, loads of exotic spice, violets, pepper and lavender to go with a full-bodied, beautifully pure and layered profile on the palate. It’s no blockbuster, but has loads of energy and tension, as well as class and refinement. Give it 2-3 years in the cellar and enjoy it over the following decade or longer. August 2014 WA 96+

SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2012 (1)

Paso Robles.

There are 1,580 cases of the 2012 James Berry Vineyard and it reminds me of the 2009 Janasse Chaupin (which is one of Justin’s favorite wines). Incorporating more Mourvedre than normal, it’s made from 43% Grenache, 29% Mourvedre, 18% Syrah and 10% Counoise that’s aged in a combination of concrete and barrel. Rock star stuff, with fabulous black raspberry, cassis, spring flowers and charred meat aromas and flavors, this beauty hits the palate with full-bodied richness and depth, yet stays lively, incredibly pure and elegant, with lots of fine tannin emerging on the finish. It will benefit from 2-3 years in the cellar and have 15-20 years of ultimate longevity. August 2014 WA 97+

SAXUM VINEYARDS JAMES BERRY VINEYARD 2013 (2)

Paso Robles.
1 x scraped label

The 2013 James Berry Vineyard Proprietary Red is made from 45% Grenache, 29% Mourvedre, 18% Syrah and 8% Counoise (which Justin commented was a blend that was put together relatively late). It saw a big chunk of whole cluster (the Grenache was mostly destemmed though) and was brought up all in puncheons and foudre (the normal concrete component went to the Rocket Block). It offers up gorgeous notes of black raspberries, cherries, cassis, ground herbs and flowers. This beauty hits the palate with incredible purity, fine tannin and an overriding sense of elegance and finesse, backed up by full-bodied richness and depth. It needs to be forgotten for 3-4 years and it will drink beautifully through 2028. August 2018 Drink: 2018-2028 WA 97

5 bts.    per lot $500 - $700

Realised: $1,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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