Pax Mahle, Syrah, The Bench Vineyard, Clements Hills, San Joaquin County, California 2023 natural He’s not afraid to experiment

He’s not afraid to experiment — and he’s just getting started

lemon) along with vegetal notes (green tomato)

Austere in its youth

fullness dominated by liveliness and firmness

not fruity

Pax Mahle, Syrah, The Bench Vineyard, Clements Hills, San Joaquin County, California 2023 natural He’s not afraid to experiment100% Syrah Robust aromas of plums, tar and violets dominate the intoxicating aromas of this southern Rhne styled Syrah. Gritty and laced with baked pomegranate and cherry skin, this peppery Syrah shows the warmer climate it was grown in with its warm embrace of luscious baked red summer fruits and firm, vibrant personality. The 2020 maintains a delicacy despite the strength of the fruit. The Bench vineyard sits in The Clements Hills where it receives