Herman Story 2023 “Nuts and Bolts” Syrah Paso Robles 96 Points

Russell From (Winemaker/Owner) : “All the brash confidence and try-to-stop-me audacity of taking a cigarette boat to the Americas’ Cup. Sheer horsepower, surrounded by sophistication. As the other teams adjust their flying jibs, you’re revving the engine, a growl full of red plum and cinnamon-cherry defiance. Then you’re off, rocketing through whipping peppery winds, strawberry snow-cone spray over the hull, quartz-boysenberry carbon fiber, anise-spitting engine hatches, tangled-linen clouds, and the knowledge that no matter who wins, you’ll get the headlines. The fruit was sourced from Chelle Mountain, Slide Hill, White Hawk, Bien Nacido, and Ballard Ranch.

FMW 96 Points: “Darker berries, peppery herbs, sappy underbrush, game, and bouquet garni notes all soar from the Nuts & Bolts, another ripe, powerful wine in the lineup. All Syrah from a mix of Chelle Mountain, Slide Hill, White Hawk, Bien Nacido, Ballard Ranch. vineyards, it has a round, layered, elegant mouthfeel, polished yet building tannins, and a great finish. It’s a classic “Russell From” Syrah that holds onto a beautiful, almost cool climate-inspired style.”

To balance this “big boy” wine, his wife made an amazing Sauvignon Blanc –  Desparada 2024 Sauvignon Blanc “Presqu’ile Clone 316” Santa Maria Valley – 96+ Points

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