The 2008 Grenache On the Road carries a relatively lofty alcohol level, but is a delicious, hedonistic effort that explodes with plum, fig, black cherry, and black currant characteristics. Full-bodied with a boatload of glycerin, beautiful purity, a mouthfilling, multilayered texture, and a lush, voluptuous finish, it can be enjoyed over the next 5-7 years.
Readers looking for super-concentrated, extroverted, exuberant, powerhouse wines from California's Central Coast need look no further than the Herman Story estate. For those who love the wild side of Rhone varietals pushed to the limit (but not over), these are highly recommended. Moreover, prices are exceptionally fair for this level of quality.
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