2010 Estate Blend
Wine Spectator’s 25th Top Wine in the World for 2013
Paderewski Vineyard, Paso Robles
56% Syrah | 26% Grenache | 11% Mourvèdre | 7% Tempranillo
Aged for 18 months in 52% new French oak barrels and puncheons
1,719 cases produced | unfined and unfiltered
Wine Spectator | 93 & #25 Wine in the World
Combines richeness with subtlety and finesse, weaving together fresh earth, choclate-covered espresso bean and vivid dark berry flavors with touches of hazelnut, gliiding to a long, graceful finish. Drink now through 2022. 1,699 cases made. – February 28, 2013 (James Laube)
International Wine Report | 93
The 2010 Estate Blend from Epoch is composed of 56% Syrah, 26% Grenache, 11% Mourvedre and 7% Tempranillo from the Paderewski Vineyard. It offers lovely aromas and flavors of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, crushed pepper, spices and earthy minerals. Dense and concentrated with a rich, plush texture and wonderful balance. Finishes up long, with dark fruits spices and chocolate notes lingering. The wine was aged 18 month in 52% new french oak barrels and puncheons. This is a remarkable value and a great way to get a sneak peak at the fantastic wines coming from Epoch. Best 2014-2025 – April 2013 (Joe D’Angelo)
Jeb Dunnuck | 92
Their entry level blend that comes from the different plots and varieties of the property, the 2010 Estate Blend is a perfect introduction into the wines of this estate. A blend of 56% Syrah, 26% Grenache, 11% Mourvedre, and 7% Tempranillo, it has loads of chocolaty black fruits, licorice, tar, pepper, and chalky minerality to go with a great palate. Textured, rich, and drinking well beyond most estate’s entry-level offering, with serious depth and focus, it will continue to impress for 5-7 years. -December 2012 (Jeb Dunnuck)
Rhone Report | 92
Their entry level blend that comes from the different plots of varieties of the property, the 2010 Estate Blend is a perfect introduction into the wines of this estate. A blend of 56% Syrah, 26% Grenache, 11% Mouvedre, and 7% Tempranillo, it has loads of chocolaty black fruits, licorice, tar, pepper, and chalky minerality to go with a great palate. Textured, rich, and drinking well beyond most estate’s entry-level offering, with serious depth and focus, it will continue to impress for 5-7 years. – (Jeb Dunnuck)
Wine Advocate | 92
As with the 2011, the 2010 Estate Blend is a perfect introduction into the wines of the estate and will compete with a number of other producer’s top wine. A blend of 56% Syrah, 26% Grenache, 11% Mourvedre and 7% Tempranillo, it has loads of chocolaty black fruits, licorice, tar, pepper and chalky minerality to go with a great palate. Textured, rich and drinking well beyond most estate’s entry-level offering, with serious depth and focus, it will continue to impress for 5-7 years. Drink now-2018. – August 2013 (Jeb Dunnuck)
Vinous | 92
Inky purple. Spice-accented cherry and dark berry aromas are complicated by black tea, licorice and potpourri. Juicy, incisive blackberry and boysenberry flavors are braced by zesty acidity and pick up a touch of candied violet with air. Oak spice and floral notes emerge on the sweet, focused, gently tannic finish. For a rich, ripe wine this is pretty suave. – November 2012 (Josh Raynolds)