Reviews & Ratings

2022 Pax Wines Red Blends or Varietals "GMS"

Winery: Pax Wines

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "GMS"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 75% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre & 10% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendocino

State or country: CA

Price: $25

Cases produced: 675

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93.5)

Review date: June 30, 2025

Wine Review: This clear and dark red colored Grenache based blend from Pax is terrific and a great value. It opens with a red raspberry and violet bouquet with hints of wild strawberry and loam. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, round, and seamless. The flavor profile is very tasty red raspberry and wild strawberry blend with notes of light loam and green tea. I also detected hints of vanilla and just a touch of banana in the aftertaste. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and gentle dusty tannins linger nicely. I would pair this red blend that reminded me of a Cru Fleurie with coq au vin. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Spicy chai tea, zesty herbs, strawberry rhubarb pie and black tar layer together in this cohesive medium bodied blend. Spicy fruit flavors bring together this savory blend and balance each other while adding depth and intrigue. This is very old-world in style with the punch of California fruit bringing it into focus. Perfect with a roast chicken and roasted butternut squash.

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