Burton Mcmahon

Fulldraw Vineyard

Chopping Block Paso Robles Syrah Blend 2016

Shay A
9.4

WNH event number 7...virtual tasting with @Connor McMahon from Fulldraw Vineyards.

Loved the story behind this new Paso producer. If you’re looking for Paso Rhône wines, check out Fulldraw. Pedigree, quality, story...all there. Many thanks to Connor for joining us tonight!

46% syrah, 28% Grenache and 26% Mourvèdre. After I opened, I put it straight in the decanter. Shortly after, I gave it a try and it was very aromatic...crunchy, sweet, dark fruits. Mourvèdre shows beautifully. More depth than being totally floral, but more elegant than being totally fruit driven. Blue and black candied fruits accompanied by dark chocolate, bacon fat and charcoal. I followed it over 4+hrs and it had a bit of a rollercoaster evolution...very energetic at pop and pour, slightly closed down in between, and hit apex around hour 3. The tannins softened substantially with notes of licorice, dried blackberries, chargrilled blueberries and a finish highlighted by peppered strip. For me, this wine epitomizes Paso GSM blends. Inaugural vintage. Nicely done!
— 5 years ago

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Bryan Kesting

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@Shay A : how many years to be its best?
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@Bryan Kesting : I’d say maybe 2-3yrs for a good bit of fruit, or 3-5 if you want a better balance of primary and secondary type notes. It sure was good with a 3-4hr decant though.
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Enjoyed this virtual tasting so much...complete wine that needs time in the bottle to come into its full potential.
9.2

Campbell Burton Wines

L'Ostal Le Tour Malbec

Great fruit, subtle, good acidity,only 12%. — 6 years ago

Fulldraw Vineyard

Honey Bunny Paso Robles Syrah Mourvedre 2016

Good game today @Connor McMahon ! — 3 years ago

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Connor McMahon

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Well… it was a game! The hawks definitely capitalized on turnovers. First half was fun. Second…. Not so much 🤣
Connor McMahon

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And as hard as it is for me to say. Iowa was the better team today!

Shafer Vineyards

Hillside Select Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

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I’m down with the friendship and the Shafer HSS but on the basketball 🏀 part I’m all Clippers since 1978 ✊🏽@Rob Brobst III
Tom Garland

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Bombed the 3s, but lost 97 to 99 to LA tonight...................
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It was ugly, but it was a win! Great night at Staples & great wine at the Palms at L.A Live

Experience

Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2013

From Dr. Burton for Christmas 2018 — 5 years ago

Fulldraw Vineyard

Paso Robles Rosé Blend 2017

While I’m a sucker for rose’ I rarely rate them this high. This is a different animal. I’d say it’s more of a “with food” rose’ than a “lounging by the pool” rose’. Ample weight and a full mouthfeel, strawberry/rhubarb pie filling, bold and savory with a dollop of all-spice. I enjoyed this immensely and it made great strides as it warmed up. I’d serve at 65+ degrees. Shout out to @Connor McMahon and @Rebecca McMahon for loving what they do and making it show in our glass. Cheers. — 6 years ago

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@Bill Bender oh my favorite rosés are not usually the light summer supper types—I’m a Tavel and Cerasuolo style girl—which is likely why I was extra critical. This is definitely my style rosé but like your suggestion to have something to chomp on with it. That can never hurt😊
Jake Rubash

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@Bill Bender we drank them all within like a week
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Oh Hahahaha I get it @Jake Rubash