2003 Pahlmeyer Jayson Red Wine

[oostexan]

Just got the mailer from Pahlmeyer stating that they had the 2003 Jayson on release. My first opportunity to buy Pahlmeyer wines. It just so happens that my local pusher had a couple bottles in stock, so I thought it wise to take one home, give it a try, and decide whether or not to order additional bottles from the winery. My local pusher charges 65 bucks. I can get it for 55 from the winery direct. Pricewise, that is heady company for me and the ol' BS detector works overtime on wines in this price range. Once a wine costs me more than 50, I expect my toes to curl. :-)

To complement the wine, I prepared Flat Iron Steak in a Red Wine Sauce, served with cheese grits (polenta to you Westies), and my special green beans with almonds.

I gave the wine a good hour or so of air before I started.

In short, it is very good. Nice nose of blueberry pie and dark fruits, palate has the same with a little chocolate on the midpalate, and a nice long finish. Tannins are medium level with good structure holding it together. Needs a couple years to figure itself out, but is a very good drink now.

Wine Spectator gave this wine an 83. This is way too low. It is every bit as good as wines in the high 80's to low 90's by WS standards. Honestly, I have no idea what is up with that rag lately. One of the best wines I have had this year (the 2003 Robert Craig Mt. Veeder) got an 88. Go figure.

Anyhoo, I think at 55 bucks I am still on the fense. Gonna have to think about it.

Very good and well made wine. I guess that I am just a tough sell.

Mark



[This message has been edited by oostexan (edited 09-19-2006).]