#16 in Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2022

Beautiful Earth is our flagship Paso Robles blend, and it represents the best lots from our favorite Westside vineyards.

VINIFICATION

The components of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre were fermented in small open-top bins, concrete, and stainless steel tanks with 10% whole clusters included. The wine spent 20-35 days on the skins with a combination of pump-over and punch-downs. Aged 18 months in a combination of 228, 265, and 500-liter neutral French oak barrels.

TASTING NOTES

Marionberry, dark leather, smoked plums, blueberry/peach cobbler, acacia flower, lavender creme brûlée, red-eye gravy, violet, ripe olive, hoisin, currant paste, and melted licorice. Broad, weighty, and plush on the palate with a densely packed finish.

94 Points - Wine Spectator
94 Points - Robert Parker
92 Points - Wine Enthusiast