Winery
of the Week:
Robert Hall - Paso Robles
Tucked
into the hillside east of Paso Robles, along California's
enchanting Central Coast is Robert Hall Winery,
where years of hard work and infinite attention to detail are
invested into every bottle of wine they make. As farmers first,
the goal is to nurture the land and coax from it the finest
fruit possible from the vineyards on the Hall Ranch - each with
its own personality and each expressing unique nuances that
strive to capture the essence of Paso Robles.
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Robert
Hall 2014 Sauvignon Blanc
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2014
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
Fragrances of citrus fruits, pears, and minerals rise
up from a glass. Flavors of lime, grapefruit, and pear
are accented by hints of white spice and fresh minerals
on the palate. A crisp white with a vibrant acidity, fans
of lively Sauvignon Blanc ought to try this bottle.
Rating: 87 |
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Robert
Hall 2013 "Cuvee de Robles" Blend
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 38% Grenache, 24% Cinsaut,
21% Syrah, & 17% Petite Sirah
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2013
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
Aromas of blackberries, currants, and cherries interweave
with notes of black pepper on the nose. The palate reveals
flavors of bramble fruits and black cherry that unfold
into nuances of spice, minerals, and leather. A hearty
red with supple tannins, pair a bottle with your favorite
gourmet sausages.
Rating: 89 |
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Robert
Hall 2012 Syrah
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 82% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 5%
Petite Sirah, & 2% Mourvedre
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
Notes of black cherries, plums, and blackberries come
together with hints of leather and cedar on the nose.
Plum, cherry, and boysenberry flavors emerge on the palate,
along with traces of minerals, smoke, and white pepper.
Dark and robust, it's a wine that will pair well with
lamb.
Rating: 88 |
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Robert
Hall 2012 Merlot
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 82% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc,
6% Petite Sirah, & 1% Petit Verdot
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
Aromatics of blackberries and black cherries mingle with
nuances of smoky oak and dusty earth on the nose. With
a sip, flavors of cherry, plum, and red currant combine
with notes of minerals and toasty oak. Velvety tannins
and a mineral highlights make this a wine ideal to enjoy
with food.
Rating: 88 |
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Robert
Hall 2012 Cabenet Sauvignon
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 82% Cabernet Sauvignon 8% Petite
Verdot 5% Merlot & 5% Syrah
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 15-20
Review:
Aromas of currants and bramble fruits meld with accents
of toasty oak and dark chocolate on the nose. A sip reveals
flavors of cassis, blackberry, and dark cherry that unfold
into suggestions of licorice, mocha, and herbs. A supple
wine with food friendly tannins, try a bottle with hamburgers
off the grill.
Rating: 87 |
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Robert
Hall 2008 Vintage Port
Winery:
Robert Hall Winery
Grape(s): 43% Alvarelhão, 28%
Souzão, 16% Tinta Cão, &13% Touriga
Region: Paso Robles
Year:
2008
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 30-35
Review:
A bouquet of blackberries, raspberries, caddied walnuts,
and clove greets the senses. A sip delivers flavors of
raspberry, pomegranate, and blackberry along with accents
of all-spice and nutty suggestions. A rich, lush Port
that's fruit-driven, enjoy a glass with a hazelnut dessert.
Rating: 89 |
By
Jason Barlow
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Spectacular |
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Outstanding |
89
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Great |
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Good |
81
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Solid |
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