2020 Esprit de Tablas
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Esprit de Tablas

2020 · Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre Blend

750ml · 14.0% ABV

96
Wine Advocate
2020 vintage

The flagship red blend of Tablas Creek, Esprit de Tablas is a Grenache-dominant blend modeled on the great wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The 2020 vintage showcases the estate's certified organic and biodynamic farming at its finest.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep ruby-garnet with a warm, glowing core.

Nose

Ripe red and dark fruit — cherry, raspberry, and plum — lead, with notes of garrigue (wild herbs), black pepper, and a hint of leather. Classic southern Rhône character.

Palate

Medium-full bodied with silky tannins and a vibrant, food-friendly acidity. The palate is generous and complex, with layers of red fruit, spice, and earth that build to a long, elegant finish.

Finish

Long and spicy, with lingering notes of red fruit, garrigue, and fine tannin.

Food Pairings

Lamb tagineGrilled duckProvençal-style dishesAged ManchegoHerb-roasted pork

Critical Acclaim

Wine Advocate

96

Wine Spectator

94

Production Details

Vineyard Source

Estate vineyard, Adelaida District, Paso Robles

Aging

18 months in French oak and concrete

Winemaking

Estate grown, certified organic and biodynamic. Aged 18 months in a combination of French oak and concrete.

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About the Winery

Tablas Creek Vineyard

Paso Robles, Paso Robles

A pioneer of Rhône varieties in Paso Robles, farming organically and biodynamically on calcareous soils in the Adelaida District.

Serving Guide

Serving Temperature

60–65°F (16–18°C)

Decanting

Decant 30–60 minutes before serving to allow the wine to open up.

Bottle Size

750ml

Alcohol

14.0%

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