2017 Paul Lato Grenache, "Lumiere", Larner Vineyard
"Lato's Grenache traditionally plays in the more elegant end of the spectrum, yet it always shows plenty of Grenache character and power. Loads of ripe black raspberries, wild strawberries, sappy flowers, violets, and mint emerge from the 2017 Grenache Lumiere, which is a medium-bodied effort that has a vibrant, tight, sappy texture, polished tannins, and a great finish. Drink it over the coming 7-8 years. I continue to be blown away by the wines of Paul Lato, and these are unquestionably some of the most profound and exciting wines coming from the Central Coast today. The lineup has grown substantially over the past decade, and Lato now releases upwards of five Chardonnays, six Pinot Noirs, two Grenaches, three Syrahs, a Sauvignon Blanc, and a Malvasia. Despite the number of wines, quality hasn’t slipped an inch, and the wines show incredible site and varietal typicity always paired with sensational fruit and balance. In short, don’t miss these wines! (Drink between 2019-2027)" -Jeb Dunnuck, 93JD
One of Santa Barbara County's most storied producers, for more than 2 decades Paul has been crafting some of most lavish and refined wines along the Central Coast. A master at coaxing all of the perfumed aromatics of his Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Rhône productions, his true talent lies in putting those genies back into the bottle on the palate, combining the decadence of the grape on the nose with the quiet power of site in the glass. A master.
94 Points Antonio Galloni, 93 Points Jeb Dunnuck
