The nose is perfumed and lifted with hints of raspberries, coffee beans and rosemary. The palate is medium-bodied and fruit-driven, with chalky tannins, bright acidity and notes of blood plums, cherries and earth. Generous and bright, with a savory edge. Made from a blend of 45% syrah, 30% grenache, 23% mourvedre and 2% counoise. Drink or hold.

) The Patelin de Tablas serves as a portrait of the greater Paso Robles AVA year after year. It shows the region's ability, even if other producers may not follow suit, to produce a ripe, redolent wine at under 14% abv—aromatics of smoky rose petals, spicy chicory root and a blend of peppercorns. The palate is densely fruited while remaining light on its feet. Dark blackberries, fig and plum fruits are lifted by savoury dry herbs, crushed stone minerality and a lift of five spices.

(90-92 points) Tasted before bottling, the 2023 Patelin de Tablas is a blend of 45% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 23% Mourvèdre and 2% Counoise. The nose is driven by mixed dark fruit aromas supported by tobacco, black tea and fresh herbs. The palate is beautifully textured, juicy and straightforward, with subtle tannins and lifted acidity. It's a charming introduction to Tablas Creek.- ML

A delicate blend of wet stones, violets and crushed blackberries introduces the 2023 Patelin de Tablas. Juicy and round, it sweeps across the palate with lavender-laced wild berry fruits and tactile mineral tones. Slightly grippy yet zesty and fresh, the 2023 leaves the palate salivating as nuances of tart cherry fade. This is lovely juice and an incredible value as well. -- Eric Guido