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2010 Torrin "The Maven" Paso Robles Grenache

SKU #1134411 95 points Jeb Dunnuck

Outer quote mark The first vintage to come mostly from the Torrin Vineyard, the 2010 The Maven is 82% Grenache and 18% Syrah sourced 66% from the Torrin Vineyard and 34% from James Berry. Still youthfully ruby-colored with a sumptuous nose of blackberries, gravelly minerality, scorched earth, and violets, it hits the palate with awesome purity, ultra-fine tannin, and perfect balance. While still young, it’s a joy to drink. It has another decade of longevity. Inner quote mark (7/2018)

92 points Int'l Wine Cellar

Outer quote mark Inky ruby. Seductively perfumed nose displays black raspberry, pungent flowers and sexy oak spice. A sweet, silky midweight with deep dark berry flavors and hints of mocha and vanilla. This very attractive, open-knit blend offers an impressive blend of elegance and concentration, finishing long, sappy and gently tannic. (JR) Inner quote mark (11/2012)

91 points Wine Advocate

Outer quote mark The 2010 The Maven opens with beautifully expressive Grenache aromatics. Layers of dark red fruit caress the palate as this generous, fleshy wine opens up to fill out its broad-shouldered frame. This is a decidedly powerful, masculine wine with plenty of personality. In 2010 the blend is 82% Grenache and 18% Syrah, mostly from Torrin, although 34% of the fruit came off Saxum's James Berry Vineyard. (AG) Inner quote mark (8/2012)

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2010 Torrin "The Maven" Paso Robles Grenache

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Varietal:

Grenache

- Fat, ripe and rich with ample fruit and vibrant acidity, wines made from Grenache are easy to love. While its origins are still under dispute - some suggest Spain, where it is called Garnacha, while others say it came first from Sardinia, where it is called Cannonau - it is inarguably one of the most planted varietals in the world. A hearty grape, Grenache does well in hot, dry regions and its sturdy stalk also makes it well-suited to withstand blustery conditions like the Provençal Mistral. It ripens at relatively high sugar levels, which translates to higher potential alcohol in the wines it produces. Grenache may be most famous in the Southern Rhône areas such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas where it has long been an important component of delicious blends. But it's also the source of the crisp rosés from Tavel, Lirac and Provence, and age-worthy vins doux naturels like Rivsaltes and Banyuls. Grenache is also found in large swaths of northeastern Spain, in Navarre, in Rioja, where it plays a supporting role in blends with Tempranillo, and in the distinctive wines of Priorat. The grape was once the most widely planted varietal in Australia, though Shiraz and Cabernet have overtaken it. In California, Grenache plantings have dwindled from their heyday in the San Joaquin Valley, but it is starting to see a resurgence, albeit in smaller plantings, where other Rhône varietals thrive.

Country:

United States

- When people consider domestic wine, they normally think about the state of California. The fine viticultural Region within California, including the Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Cruz Mountains, Mendocino and Santa Barbara, are capable of growing grapes of world-class quality. But there's plenty of fabulous wine coming from other states, too. Oregon, Washington and New York are also causing eyebrows (and glassware) to be raised around the world.

Sub-Region:

California

- With the explosive growth that California's wine industry has seen the past several years, it's easy to view winemaking and grape growing in the Golden State as a recent phenomenon. And while it's true that California's viticultural history is brief compared to several European countries, this state's roots date back well over 200 years. Due to the enormous response to California wine within the United States and worldwide, there are thousands of excellent and diverse wines being produced within the state each year.

Specific Appellation:

Paso Robles

- Located about halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, this inland AVA enjoys a sunny and hot growing period while its seaside neighbors hang in the fog. Zinfandel is the traditional red grape of choice, though cabernet, chardonnay, and Rhône varietals are gaining favor. Most are made in a fruit-forward, early drinking style.