Ed

8.9

really nice--chalk, salinity, citrus-- $22
wld def buy it again — 6 days ago

Doug Powers

9.3

Lemon, honeysuckle, this is really an outstanding off-dry Petit Manseng, great job Hank!! — 5 months ago

with Jim

Neal Krishna Devaraj

8.9

Nice with honeysuckle and melon. But that label. — 6 months ago

edward Simpson

9.1

New one for me a dessert wine caramel and passion fruit, smooth much better than standard dessert wines that no longer innovate — 7 months ago

Annjana Ramesh

8.9

Was good but nothing memorable. Was not as sweet so that was great — 5 years ago

Jenny Yi

9.4

Fruity, slightly sweet and tropical with pineapple and mango notes. Crisp finish — 6 years ago

web bond

8.9

Always enjoyable. — 8 years ago

John Pfeifer

9.5

Favorite Sauvignon Blanc - a blend — 7 days ago

ESF

9.1

last had this JUL 23 and it's still fantastic - just staying tasty w/more years ahead — 4 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Saxum — James Berry Vineyard White 2023
Paso Robles – Willow Creek District AVA, California 🇺🇸

Overview
A powerful, Rhône-inspired white blend composed of 46% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne, 20% Chenin Blanc, and 4% Chardonnay, sourced entirely from the iconic James Berry Vineyard, delivering intensity, texture, and serious structural presence.

Aromas & Flavors
Dense stone fruit, baked pear, preserved citrus peel, and subtle tropical tones lead the aromatics. Layers of honeysuckle and warm orchard fruit intertwine with gentle herbal nuance and faint almond creaminess. On the palate, ripe yellow peach, quince, lemon oil, and savory mineral notes unfold with depth and clarity.

Mouthfeel
Rich, broad, and commanding with impressive mid-palate weight. The wine carries a firm line of tension through the back palate, preventing any sense of heaviness despite the elevated alcohol. Texture is polished, energetic, and confidently structured, warm yet controlled.

Food Pairings
Roast chicken with herbs and lemon. Grilled halibut or monkfish with beurre blanc. Moroccan spiced tagine. Aged Comté or Alpine cheeses. Cream-based seafood pasta.

Verdict
Serious, layered, and unapologetically bold, this is a thinking person’s white wine. Intensity meets balance, delivering both immediate impact and clear aging potential. A standout expression of Paso Robles whites pushing into Grand Cru mindset territory.

Did You Know?
James Berry Vineyard is one of Paso Robles’ most celebrated sites, better known for producing legendary Rhône-style reds. Seeing this level of complexity and structural precision translated into a white blend highlights just how versatile and elite this terroir truly is.

🍷 Personal Pick
This is not a casual patio white, it’s a layered, expressive, high-octane wine (15.2% ABV) built for contemplation, food, and cellar evolution. Definitely a white wine for red wine lovers. — 5 months ago

Phil Hatch

9.2

Another great fondue wine — 6 years ago

Andre Boisclair

9.0

Demi-sucre vraiment bien après souper — 6 years ago

Ron R

9.5

SQN, white. A pot pouri of flavors. Very exotic, but quite dry. Beguiling. Perfect balance. Light on its feet. Very fruit-forward. — 8 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Nice white. A bit unusual but good. — 2 months ago

Ericsson

9.2

Trying the Mas de Daumas Gassac lineup. Aside from their flagship Languedoc red this might be my fav. It’s rose sparkling with incredibly bright strawberry notes and deep acidity. Light lees flavour. The hefty body and full mousse really make it stand out. Wow. — 5 months ago

Ron from VA

9.2

Interesting… A rich and abundant vintage that produces a lean and austere PM - on purpose. This is Michael Shaps! An extremely food, friendly sophisticated PM :) — 5 months ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.3

Barush ludo nichk alegza mau @gradcru — 3 years ago

Josh Morgenthau

9.4

Great as always. A seductive perfume of white lily and jasmine flowers waft from the glass, and there is exquisite balance on the palate, with a bit of Viognier/Chenin “gras” paired with wet rocks, a refreshing tartness and almost phenolic spice on the finish. — 4 years ago

Ned Gray Creed

9.0

Seems more Ugni Blanc than Chardonnay is this one. I had fish tonight. This was it was a better pairing than Charlie’s Angels. The TV show. Never seen the movies. — 7 years ago

Nicholas Lauf

9.2

First thing I notice is the golden color. Very floral, white flowers, can smell the green stem of a flower. Smells very hot, with mineral/shell/slate. Also smells sweet, honey suckle, and butterscotch. Must be oaked at least slightly. Tastes hot, high acidity, citrus notes/grapefruit. Very juicy as well, in guava, pineapple, tropical fruits for sure, and green grapes. Also low mouth feel, aka thin, but it is refreshing. I've never tried either of these grapes and really enjoy it. Pretty complex and tasty! — 9 years ago

with Alyssa