40% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre. James Berry fruit is unmistakeable. A combination of soil, vine age, and farming gives this special site both finesse and power. Whether in the wines of Cris Cherry, Justin Smith, or Mark Adams, that JBV influence is hard to miss.
This vintage is right on target! We are drawn in to the glass by a deep, oxblood color. Ethereal notes of black fruits, plum, north African spices, and damp earth transition to a knock out palate that is balanced and generous with a melange of blackberry, savory shortbread, tapenade, white pepper, and Za’atar. It is seamless and delicious out of the chute and will evolve to become a graceful beast, showing beautiful fruit and savory notes. Pair with beef cheek tagine and grilled oyster mushroom kebabs with Lovage puree. Drink 2024-2034
"The 2022 High Road takes its time opening in the glass as a collage of rose petals, lavender and shavings of blood orange accentuate spice-dusted black currants. It sweeps across the palate, lifted in feel yet silken to the core, with ripe red berries that slowly drench the senses in primary fruit flavors. This contrasts edgy tannins with sweet spice through the dramatically long and structured finish, yet on a fresh final note. Patience will be rewarded. The High Road is a co-fermented blend of 58% Syrah, 21% Grenache and 21% Mourvèdre from the James Berry Vineyard." 95 points, Eric Guido, Vinous Media
