Doug Margerum and winemaker Michael Miroballi are hitting their stride on this annual blend, which in this vintage includes 47% Grenache, 40% Syrah, 9% Mourvèdre, 2% Counoise and 2% Cinsault from eight vineyards. Rich aromas of backed boysenberry, purple flower, turned earth and star anise lead into a palate that slides from lavender to elderberry with ease, as white pepper and dried thyme elevate the complexity. Matt Kettmann
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Price$40,Buy Now
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DesignationM5 Reserve
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Alcohol14.7%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryRed
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Date Published5/1/2022
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