The Golden Vine - Tasting Notes

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2010 Fracture Paso Robles AVA

The one thing you can count on year after year is Fracture's gorgeous consistency. The 2010 shows purity and finesse with layers of rich dark fruit and... The one thing you can count on year after year is Fracture's gorgeous consistency. The 2010 shows purity and finesse with layers of rich dark fruit and loamy earth. As in past years, the 2010 Fracture has intense fruit up front, showing soft lines and beautiful French oak integration. It maintains an extremely long finish while possessing stunning aromatics and impeccable balance. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018

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Syrah

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2013 Fracture 24 Paso Robles AVA

Seamless.... Seamless.

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Syrah

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2011 Oublie Paso Robles AVA

A fun, food friendly wine only tipping the scales at 14.6 alc (low for Paso). This wine is classic chateauneuf du pape, with the counoise, grenache and... A fun, food friendly wine only tipping the scales at 14.6 alc (low for Paso). This wine is classic chateauneuf du pape, with the counoise, grenache and mourvèdre dominating the wine. Bright red flavors highlight this, which is all about finesse.

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Syrah / Counoise / Mourvèdre / Grenache

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2014 Fullldraw Ext Paso Robles AVA

This GSM from my Assistant Winemaker’s property immediately attached to Booker is usually a bigger wine showing a bit more black than red fruits, and... This GSM from my Assistant Winemaker’s property immediately attached to Booker is usually a bigger wine showing a bit more black than red fruits, and the extended version does not disappoint. Yes, it has the big tannins we got from 14, but it is softer and more accessible now than most of the other wines. That said, with a large percentage of whole cluster fruit you will be better off waiting a couple of years on this one. Crack one in first 6 months and decide for yourself!

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Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2014 Fullldraw Paso Robles AVA

Fulldraw Vineyard is immediately next door to Booker Vineyard. It's owned and farmed by my Assistant Winemaker Connor McMahon and, for all intensive purposes,... Fulldraw Vineyard is immediately next door to Booker Vineyard. It's owned and farmed by my Assistant Winemaker Connor McMahon and, for all intensive purposes, the two vineyards are completely interchangeable. I was fortunate to plant the largest phase of this property with Connor and believe that his vineyard will become one California's top producers. The 2014 was a classic GSM (Syrah,Grenache/Mourvedre.) I always let Connor take the lead on this wine and tell me how he would like to be represented. Stems are added for spice and structure and we always strive for a textural mid palate.

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Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2010 Vertigo 22 Paso Robles AVA

This GSM beauty wraps around the palate with dark red fruit, flowers, mint and spices. Vertigo 22's extended barrel age has given it a dimension of seamlessness... This GSM beauty wraps around the palate with dark red fruit, flowers, mint and spices. Vertigo 22's extended barrel age has given it a dimension of seamlessness and complete integration compared to the straight bottling. This wine was aged for 22 months in 60% new French oak. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018

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Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2011 Vertigo Paso Robles AVA

Another Booker staple, this syrah, Grenache/ mourvèdre leans heavy on the syrah side this year, giving it depth and texture yet not overwhelming it. It... Another Booker staple, this syrah, Grenache/ mourvèdre leans heavy on the syrah side this year, giving it depth and texture yet not overwhelming it. It starts off like a dense, dark fruit wine but then evolves in the palate and displays its finesse and red fruits.

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Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache

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2013 Vertigo 24 Paso Robles AVA

Even more lush and ripe than the early one, and could be as good if not better! This one definitely needs a year to relax before we can decide who the... Even more lush and ripe than the early one, and could be as good if not better! This one definitely needs a year to relax before we can decide who the champ was! A classic GSM leaning toward a heavier Grenache flavor.

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Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache

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2014 Vertigo Ext Paso Robles AVA

Along with the Fracture (released in the Spring), this is the most structured and tannic wine I have ever made. When I was writing my notes it wasn't until... Along with the Fracture (released in the Spring), this is the most structured and tannic wine I have ever made. When I was writing my notes it wasn't until day five that this wine even showed me a few of his cards. Dominated by Syrah, it is an absolute beast that will take at least two years of cellaring before it starts to soften up. If you must open one within year one you will need to give it a heavy splash decant the day before you drink it. It has the ability to be a legendary wine, but will require patience.

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Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache

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2011 My Favorite Neighbor Paso Robles AVA

I think everyone will agree the 2010 MFN was the best I have ever made. It was the right amount of oak, and most importantly heavy on the petit verdot.... I think everyone will agree the 2010 MFN was the best I have ever made. It was the right amount of oak, and most importantly heavy on the petit verdot. Well, the 2011 is no different, moving away from the massive amount of oak and letting the fruit express itself, most importantly the petit verdot. It is dense and textural, showing beautiful hints of a chocolate bar and blackberries. Finishes long and silky!

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Syrah / Petit Verdot / Cabernet Sauvignon