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Saxum Vineyards

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Saxum Vineyards is a winery located in the Willow Creek District AVA of Paso Robles, California, founded by winemaker Justin Smith. The estate focuses on Rhône Valley grape varieties, particularly Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, sourced from steep, calcareous hillside vineyards. Saxum's wines are produced in limited quantities and have received critical attention for their concentration and structure. The winery is frequently associated with the modern generation of California Rhône-style producers.

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Where are Saxum Vineyards' grapes sourced from?

The fruit for Saxum wines is sourced from the Willow Creek District of Paso Robles, California. Founder Justin Smith primarily utilizes his own estate vineyards, such as the James Berry Vineyard, Bone Rock, and Bookcliffs, which are planted in the region's distinctive calcareous soils.

What grape varieties are featured in Saxum's flagship blends?

Saxum focuses exclusively on Rhône-style varieties, with their flagship blends heavily featuring Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. They also utilize smaller amounts of Roussanne and Viognier for their white and rosé wines, producing robust, complex reds.

How did Justin Smith get his start in winemaking?

Justin Smith founded Saxum Vineyards in the early 2000s, heavily influenced by his background as a local farmer and his collaboration with legendary Paso Robles winemaker John Alban. He took over his family's James Berry Vineyard to produce his own critically acclaimed wines.

Is Saxum Vineyards open to the public for tastings?

Due to the estate's tiny production and massive collector demand, Saxum Vineyards is strictly allocation-based and closed to the general public. Buyers must join the winery's extensive waitlist to eventually purchase wines directly through their mailing list.

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