98pts Jeb Dunnuck

Tasting like a top Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the 2022 Audacious reveals red and black fruits, peppery spice, herbes de Provence, and loamy earth. Based on 35% Grenache, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Carignan, and 16% Syrah, aged 22 months in 55% new French oak, it’s medium to full-bodied, with a pure, layered, seamless mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a gorgeous finish. This is another riveting wine from this estate. Drink 2025-2037.Located high up off Peachy Canyon Road, Law Estate is owned by Don and Susie Law, who fell in love with Paso after years of traveling through wine regions around the world. They founded the property in 2008 with a focus on Rhône and Bordeaux varieties, all grown on their limestone, hillside estate in the Adelaida District. Winemaker Philipp Pfunder runs the cellar and the lineup includes two whites, a Chardonnay from Spanish Springs Vineyard and the estate-grown Soph blend. On the red side, Beguiling, Sagacious, and Audacious offer different takes on Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Aspire is Syrah-based, Prima is all Mourvèdre, and Intrepid is the top Syrah. The Nines is a selection of the best Grenache, and the Beyond Category cuvée is based on Tempranillo and Rhône varieties (and some Carignan). First Tracks highlights Petit Verdot, the estate Cabernet Sauvignon stands on its own, and Blend X is a small-lot bottling that changes each vintage. Everything is fermented in concrete with varying amounts of whole cluster and aged in a mix of French oak, foudre, and concrete egg. These are polished, distinctive wines that have earned their spot at the top of the Paso Robles hierarchy, and readers should jump on this estate’s bandwagon.

93pts Vinous

The 2022 Audacious seduces with sweet lavender and violet tones, nuances of oak spice and ripe black cherries. Velvety textures and decadently ripe wild berry fruits flood the palate as silken tannins add form toward the close. This wine leaves the senses saturated in primary concentration, with depths of black raspberry and a hint of cocoa that resonate on.

Winery Notes

Committed to making exceptional wines through sustainable and organic farming practices with minimal inputs. Law Estate Wines is located above Peachy Canyon Road on the west side of Paso Robles, the vineyard is one of the highest in the area at 1,600 to 1,900 feet. It is planted in high density, small-lot blocks. The extreme slopes, limestone soils, and multiple aspects create the distinct canvas and palette from which we work. The sharp focus is making world class wines that are distinct to our site with inspirations from the Rhone and Priorat in particular. Under the deft craftmanship of Philipp Pfunder, Law has become recognized for beautifully structured and powerful wines that are very limited in production.