2023 Brecon Reserve Mourvèdre
Of the three types of déjà vu, we got you covered on at least two; déjà vécu (already experienced) and déjà senti (already felt). Mourvèdre, by the way, has been the backbone of many collectible Rhône wines for centuries. That's why it always has that certain familiarity. In Paso, it also shines with dark enigmatic fruit, rich mouthfeel and beguiling color, as well as more customary warmth and earthy forest floor aromatics. Consequently at Brecon we put it front and center on the label, whereas in its native France it’s just not done! Interestingly, occasional déjà vu is very common and not a cause for concern. However, perhaps you should consider speaking with a neurologist if you experience déjà vu frequently (e.g., multiple times a day)!
93 pts. Jeb Dunnuck, August 2025
Gold. Boston Wine Competition, October 2025
Brecon uses a range of winemaking techniques, such as whole cluster fermentation and cold soaking, specifically designed to emphasize primary berry characters and roundness. This perfectly balances the intense earthy/smoky bacon undertones that Paso Mourvèdre is rightly known for.
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Varietal | Mourvedre |
| Varietal Composition | 82.52% Mourvedre, Adelaida District, Glenrose Vineyard.
11.51% Syrah, Adelaida District, Glenrose Vineyard.
2.47% 2024 Mourvedre, Tempelton Gap District, Moonsprings Vineyard. 1.19% Petite Sirah, Templeton Gap District, Ranch 7 Vineyard.
1.66% Petite Sirah, Adelaida District, Rolph Vineyard.
.5% Malbec, Adelaida District, Brecon Estate Vineyard.
0.15% Tannat, Adelaida District, Brecon Estate Vineyard |
| Appellation | Paso Robles, Adelaida |
| Acid | .52g/100ml |
| PH | 3.67 |
| Aging | Drink Now - 2038 |
| Residual Sugar | 0.09g/100ml |
| Alcohol | 14.80% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 06/04/2025 |
| Cases Produced | 194 |
This is a mere 1% shy of being classed as a single vineyard offering from the award-winning Glenrose Vineyard. What makes this Kiler Canyon vineyard truly unique are the steeply terraced chalky soils carved from a southwest-facing hilltop. These dramatic limestone terraces stress the vines. The resulting wines have excellent minerality and great aging potential.
