Herman Story Nuts & Bolts Syrah 2022
- jd96
- v92
Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Herman Story |
Origin | California |
Winery Notes:
Grandma always told you: never get into an Old West-style duel with a flintlock-wielding grizzly bear. But now, you’ve gone and completely ignored that advice. First pace, charred raspberry tree bark. Second pace, leather quivers full of white flowers. Third pace, molasses marble mushroom stew. Fourth pace, roast brisket meat hooks. Fifth, mulberry maple-hilted bowie knives. Then you turn to find razor-sharp claws, mineral-tinged fisticuffs, and the answer to the lingering question of how gram-gram got that scar.
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd96
arker berries, peppery herbs, sappy underbrush, game, and bouquet garni notes all soar from the 2022 Nuts & Bolts, another ripe, powerful wine in the lineup. All Syrah from a mix of York, Slide Hill, Chelle Mountain, and White Hawk vineyards, it has a round, layered, elegant mouthfeel, polished yet building tannins, and a great finish. It's a classic Russell From Syrah that holds onto a beautiful, almost cool climate-inspired style.
Vinous
- v92
The 2022 Nuts & Bolts is a varietal Syrah, with a gorgeous bouquet of violet pastille, spiced blood orange, dried black cherries and sage aromas. This is surprisingly fresh and zesty, with spicy red and black fruits swirling throughout. It leaves the palate drenched in primary concentration as gently grippy tannins and hints of mocha linger.