2022 White Label "the reserve"
2022 White Label "the reserve"
750mL
Zinfandel 48%, Petite Sirah 24%, Syrah 13%, Grenache 10%, Tannat 5%
Opaque deep purple with a magenta rim. The nose offers ripe blackberry and boysenberry, brambly raspberry, black pepper, violets, dried strawberry, and a hint of cocoa and toasted oak. Full-bodied and plush on the palate, with dark plum, blueberry, and baked cherry, kept bright by Grenache and structured by the grippy tannins of Petite Sirah and Tannat. Espresso and licorice emerge as it opens, leading to a long, warming finish of mocha and peppery spice.
Tobin James has built its Paso Robles reputation on bold, generous, fruit-forward reds, and multi-varietal blends like this one play to that strength, balancing Zinfandel’s exuberance, Syrah’s spice, Grenache’s brightness, and the muscle of Petite Sirah and Tannat.
Food Pairing: Pair with tri-tip, smoked brisket, grilled rack of lamb, BBQ ribs, or a hearty mushroom ragù. Enjoy this opulent wine with sharp Cheddars, Manchego, aged Gouda, or Gorgonzola . It’s enjoyable now for its exuberant fruit, yet the tannin structure should let it hold and soften over the next 5 to 8 years.
Awards
GOLD at the 2026 CENTRAL COAST WINE COMPETITIONWine Profile
| Vintage | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Paso Robles |
| Alcohol % | 15.2 |
| Size | Bottle |
