2009 Booker Vineyard Vertigo Paso Robles

The 2009 Vertigo is another impeccable wine graced with exquisite silky red fruit, flowers and spices, all of which meld together seamlessly in this round, harmonious wine. The balance, length and elegance on the palate are first class from start to finish. In 2009 the blend is 48% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 17% Mourvedre, aged in 60% new French oak barrels. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019. Review Date: August 2011

Presents a rustic, rough-hewn personality, this is firm, dense and chewy, with ripe dark berry, road tar, graphite, spice and fig paste flavors that add to its grainy, detailed texture. Well-balanced for all its size and strength. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2023. 425 cases made. ?JL Review Date: February 2012