96 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Based on 45% Mourvèdre, 42% Syrah, and 13% Grenache and aged in 80% new French oak for 24 months, the 2022 Casual Encounters is a beauty. Ripe red and black fruits, peppery garrigue, cedary spice, and herbes de Provence all emerge from this appealing effort. Round and medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has ripe, integrated tannins and a great finish. This will give many a top Châteauneuf-du-Pape a run for its money over the coming decade. Drink: 2025-2035. (Aug 2025)"
| Product SKU | 354878 |
| Producer | Herman Story |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Varietal | Rhone Blends - Red |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 45% Mourvedre, 42% Syrah, 13% Grenache |
| ABV | 15.8% |
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