The Golden Vine - Tasting Notes

Booker Vineyard and Winery

2014 My Favorite Neighbor Paso Robles AVA

Always one of our most popular wines, MFN was aged in French oak for 24 months and is as balanced as it has ever been before. In barrel the Cabernet and... Always one of our most popular wines, MFN was aged in French oak for 24 months and is as balanced as it has ever been before. In barrel the Cabernet and Syrah wanted to rear their head and show their ripeness, but the massive Petit Verdot would not allow them. This is reminiscent of one of (my favorite neighbor) Stephan Asseo's legendary Estate Cuvee wines. You will be rewarded for aging this wine 2 years.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Petit Verdot / Cabernet Sauvignon

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2013 Estate Booker Estate Paso Robles AVA

Booker Estate

Fashioned after the old Alchemist, this wine was meant to be massive but also extremely rustic using very little oak. Notes of stewed black cherries are... Fashioned after the old Alchemist, this wine was meant to be massive but also extremely rustic using very little oak. Notes of stewed black cherries are overwhelming. A "must-have" in your cellar, and definitely presents a unique identity compared to the rest of the line-up

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Varietal:

Syrah / Tempranillo / Cabernet Sauvignon / Petit Verdot

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2014 Vertigo Paso Robles AVA

Vertigo is Booker's version of a GSM, similar to the Fulldraw, but slightly more power driven than finesseful. I cracked a bottle before writing so I could... Vertigo is Booker's version of a GSM, similar to the Fulldraw, but slightly more power driven than finesseful. I cracked a bottle before writing so I could really sink into it and this is what I got...blueberries and black fruits followed up by a long soft, pillow-like mid palate that leads into a lingering finish of beautifully ripe grapes. When choosing barrels to go into Vertigo, I look for ample stem inclusion in the Mourvedre and Grenache as well as a perfectly ripe Syrah. This GSM is usually ready to drink fairly quickly, but will soften a bit within a year.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Mourvèdre / Grenache

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2010 Alchemist Paso Robles AVA

The Alchemist is our powerhouse blend. To create a combination of power and structure, I selected barrels with intense, black fruit. The Cabernet adds... The Alchemist is our powerhouse blend. To create a combination of power and structure, I selected barrels with intense, black fruit. The Cabernet adds a considerable amount of complexity that coats your palate while the Petit Verdot gives this wine dark depth. This is an exceptional wine that is endowed with definition, stucture and age-ability. The Alchemist was aged in new French oak and should be at it’s prime in the 4 to 5 year range.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Cabernet Sauvignon / Petit Verdot

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2010 Alchemist 22 Paso Robles AVA

This big, bold beauty had the most to gain from the extended barrel aging. The Alchemist 22 has more polished tannins and an overall impression of seamless... This big, bold beauty had the most to gain from the extended barrel aging. The Alchemist 22 has more polished tannins and an overall impression of seamless beauty. With perfumed licorice, tar and mint, this wine has definition structure and age-ability. Aged in 40% new French oak for 22 months. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2019

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Syrah / Cabernet Sauvignon / Petit Verdot

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2011 RLF Paso Robles AVA

Booker’s newest addition, RLF, is meant to be a food friendly, easy drinker. This wine is a change from the usual massive Booker wines and, like ‘Ripper’,... Booker’s newest addition, RLF, is meant to be a food friendly, easy drinker. This wine is a change from the usual massive Booker wines and, like ‘Ripper’, RLF is a great companion to any meal. The 2011 RLF was barrel aged 2 years and shows all signs of beautiful red fruits while finishing with firm, but elegant tannins. You’ll notice the moderate price point of $45.00 which I feel was a necessary addition to the Booker line up. Finally a bottle that can be drank 7 nights a week without much guilt! This wine is ready to drink immediately.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Tempranillo / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2010 Vertigo Paso Robles AVA

Our true Rhone blend, the Vertigo, has an exquisite palate of red fruit and supple texture. This wine is layered with velvety tannins that carry through... Our true Rhone blend, the Vertigo, has an exquisite palate of red fruit and supple texture. This wine is layered with velvety tannins that carry through to a deliciously long finish. Year to year, this is always our most versatile wine. The Vertigo was aged with 70% new French oak. It was blended after 6 months and then spent an additional 10 months learning how to get along. This will be ready to drink in six months.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2013 Fulldraw Paso Robles AVA

As with most young vines in a site that has no vigor, the fruit you get is fresh and exciting but it is key to refrain from getting carried away and making... As with most young vines in a site that has no vigor, the fruit you get is fresh and exciting but it is key to refrain from getting carried away and making a wine that is over the top in ripeness. The ‘13 Fulldraw will stand up to any GSM on the market, period. Notes of fresh blackberries and blueberries are backed with subtle hints of properly proportioned vanillin French oak. Seamless across the mid-palate and a long finish are why the critics are so high on this wine from such young vines. This wine will drink now or age gracefully for 10 years.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre

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2010 Oublie 22 Paso Robles AVA

One of our lighter and more graceful wines, Oublie 22, brings a vibrant mix of fresh red fruits. The extended age added more depth and richness compared... One of our lighter and more graceful wines, Oublie 22, brings a vibrant mix of fresh red fruits. The extended age added more depth and richness compared to the Spring Oublie bottling. Stylistically, it possesses great palate depth and finishes polished with hints of violets and mint. The Oublie 22 was aged in 80% used French oak barrels for 22 months. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018

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Varietal:

Syrah / Mourvèdre / Counoise / Grenache

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2010 Oublie Paso Robles AVA

Debuting its third vintage, Oublie brings a vibrant mix of fresh red fruits while still possessing texture, mouth feel and undertones of dried herbs to... Debuting its third vintage, Oublie brings a vibrant mix of fresh red fruits while still possessing texture, mouth feel and undertones of dried herbs to the palate. The Mourvedre and Grenache give it a balanced structure, while the Counoise brings a sense of freshness. This wine was aged in 80% used French oak barrels in order to not overwhelm its lighter and more graceful style.

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Varietal:

Syrah / Mourvèdre / Counoise / Grenache