Wine Matching Your Request
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Clos Solene2013 El Toro Paso Robles AVA
“A new cuvee based largely on Grenache/ the 2013 El Toro was tasted out of barrel and is a rough blend of 80% Grenache/ 1Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah,... “A new cuvee based largely on Grenache/ the 2013 El Toro was tasted out of barrel and is a rough blend of 80% Grenache/ 1Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, all of which saw 20 months in neutral oak. It has lots of strawberry, spice, licorice and floral nuances, full-bodied richness and sensational purity of fruit, all of which will allow it to drink nicely on release. Coming from a mix of James Berry, l’Aventure and Russel vineyards in Paso Robles, this blockbuster will knock your socks off over the coming decade or more.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Cabernet Sauvignon / Syrah
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Clos Solene2014 El Toro Paso Robles AVA
“Tasted out of barrel, the 2014 El Toro is an eclectic blend of 80% Grenache/ 1Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from three great sites (James Berry, l’Aventure... “Tasted out of barrel, the 2014 El Toro is an eclectic blend of 80% Grenache/ 1Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from three great sites (James Berry, l’Aventure and York Mountain) that was vinified and aged 16 months in 20% new French oak. A big, rich, structured effort that will need to be forgotten for 3-4 years, it gives up tons of sweet black cherries, cedary spice, chalky minerality and dried earth-like aromas and flavors. It will have 15-20 years of overall longevity.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Cabernet Sauvignon / Syrah
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Clos Solene2010 Harmonie Paso Robles AVA
“Moving to the 2010s, which as a group are more voluptuous and decadent than the 2011s, the 2010 Harmonie is a blend of Grenache (harvested in November),... “Moving to the 2010s, which as a group are more voluptuous and decadent than the 2011s, the 2010 Harmonie is a blend of Grenache (harvested in November), 20% Mourvedre and 7 % Syrah that spent 20 month in new French oak. All about sweet, voluptuous fruit, with perfumed raspberry, flowers and hints of licorice, it is medium to full-bodied, seamless and lelgant, with bright acidity. Upfront and hard to resist, it should drink nicely for 4-5 years. Drink now- 2018.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Mourvèdre / Syrah
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Clos Solene2014 Harmonie Paso Robles AVA
“Seeing a long four- to six-week fermentation and 16 months in almost all neutral French oak barrels, the 2014 Harmonie offers the classic full-bodied,... “Seeing a long four- to six-week fermentation and 16 months in almost all neutral French oak barrels, the 2014 Harmonie offers the classic full-bodied, seamless texture that is common from this estate as well as tons of sweet black raspberries, creamy licorice and spice aromas and flavors. Made from 60% Grenache/ 2Mourvedre and Syrah from a multitude of sites, drink this downright sexy, voluptuous and decadent Paso red over the coming 7-8 years.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Mourvèdre / Syrah
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Clos Solene2009 Ma Premiere Paso Robles AVA
“The 2009 Ma Premiere is 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah made from tiny yields of just one ton per acre, with the bottom and ears of each bunch trimmed.It... “The 2009 Ma Premiere is 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah made from tiny yields of just one ton per acre, with the bottom and ears of each bunch trimmed.It is a gorgeous, totally sensual wine graced with expressive red fruit.It shows striking delineation and textural brilliance in a sleek style that is unlike any other wine being made today in Paso Robles. The refined finish is all class and elegance.Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Syrah
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Clos Solene2011 Sweet Clementine Paso Robles AVA
“In addition to some smoking reds, Guillaume also produces a great dessert wine, Made in the style of Banyuls and fortified (10% Brandy was added) blend... “In addition to some smoking reds, Guillaume also produces a great dessert wine, Made in the style of Banyuls and fortified (10% Brandy was added) blend 97% Grenache and % Syrah that was harvested brix), the uring the first week of November (At 27.5 brix) the 2011 Sweet Clementine is a beauty. Offering up sweet, pure aromas and flavors of spice box, herbes de Provence, kirsch and blackberry liqueur, it is round, supple and full-bodied on the palate. The sweetness is balanced nicely here and everything is in the right proportions. Enjoy it over the coming decade or longer. Drink now-2021+.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Syrah
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Clos Solene2010 Sweet Clementine Paso Robles AVA
“97% grenache and 3% syrah, all late-harvested: Opaque ruby. Heady, seductive aromas of red and dark berry preserves, fruitcake and floral oils, with... “97% grenache and 3% syrah, all late-harvested: Opaque ruby. Heady, seductive aromas of red and dark berry preserves, fruitcake and floral oils, with a hint of molasses. Velvety and seamless, coating the palate with intense raspberry and boysenberry flavors. Clings with superb intensity on the finish, which strongly echoes the floral note. An outstanding sweet wine that would be great alongside a blue cows’ milk cheese.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Syrah
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Clos Solene2013 Sweet Clementine Paso Robles AVA
“Clos Solene releases a superb dessert wine and I’m convinced it would pass undetected in a lineup of top Banyuls. Made from a fortified blend of 97%... “Clos Solene releases a superb dessert wine and I’m convinced it would pass undetected in a lineup of top Banyuls. Made from a fortified blend of 97% Grenache and 3% Syrah that checks in at a modest 15.8% alcohol, the 2013 Sweet Clementine has sensational Grenache notes of black raspberries, currents, roasted herbs, licorice and tobacco. Full-bodied, polished, concentrated and sweet on the palate, drink it anytime over the coming decade or more.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Syrah
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Clos Solene2014 Sweet Clementine Paso Robles AVA
“Lastly, the 2014 Sweet Clementine is Fabre’s take on a Banyuls from the Roussillon region of France. Made from almost all Grenache/ with a splash... “Lastly, the 2014 Sweet Clementine is Fabre’s take on a Banyuls from the Roussillon region of France. Made from almost all Grenache/ with a splash of Syrah, fortified with brandy and bottled with 100 grams of residual sugar, it offers a sexy, forward bouquet of plums, spice box, candied black olives and kirsch in a full-bodied, balanced, hedonistic style. It’s a shame dessert wines seem to have fallen out of favor these days, but this beauty is well worth your time and money.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / Syrah
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Clos Solene2012 Sweet Clementine Paso Robles AVA
Alcohol: 15.8%“The 2012 Sweet Clementine would stand toe-to-toe with some of the top Banyuls coming out of the Roussillon. Picked at normal ripeness level (15.8% alcohol... “The 2012 Sweet Clementine would stand toe-to-toe with some of the top Banyuls coming out of the Roussillon. Picked at normal ripeness level (15.8% alcohol and 100 grams of residual sugar) and fortified to stop the fermentation, it offers gorgeous Grenache fruit, dried flowers, spice and licorice, it stays amazingly elegant and silky on the palate, with fabulous purity. It’s hard to resist now, but it should also age gracefully. Nevertheless, I’d opt for drinking bottles over the coming 2-4 years.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Grenache / SyrahAlcohol: 15.8%
