2010 Margerum Santa Barbara County 'M5'

About This Wine

During the last two decades of the 20th century, the Wine Cask was a destination.

Founded in 1981 by Doug Margerum and his family, the Wine Cask was a combination restaurant and wine shop, and a “must stop” on any wine lover’s visit to California’s Central Coast. Situated in downtown Santa Barbara, it provided the perfect place to unwind after a long day of sightseeing and shopping.

In 2001, Margerum took the next logical step: He founded Margerum Wine Company, and began making wine in quantities large enough for commercial release. In 2007, he sold the Wine Cask, and began devoting all of his energies to the production and promotion of Margerum wines, and raising his two children.

“M5” is Margerum’s sought-after blend of five grape varieties native to the Rhone region of France. The 2010 vintage is quite complex, expertly melding fruit and earth flavors into a cuvee that pairs perfectly with grilled meats.

About Rhone Red

Tasting Notes

• Grape Composition:51% Syrah, 32% Grenache, 11% Mourvedre, 3% Counoise and 3% Cinsault
• Grape Source:Santa Barbara County
• Aromas & Flavors:Tobacco, Smoke, Leather, Plum and Red Licorice
• When to Drink:Now Through 2015
• Food Pairing Suggestiongrilled meats, or lamb stew.

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  Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... Get The Recipe
  

  Pinot Noir Sauce Try this flavorful sauce over lamb or prime rib, and serve with Pinot Noir, Malbec or a red blend... Get The Recipe
  

  French Lamb Shank Stew With White Beans This recipe, from "The Mauna Loa Macadamia Cooking Treasury," matches wonderfully with Malbec, Merlot Sangiovese or Rhone red blends. It serves 6... Get The Recipe
  

  Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta In a world of "anything goes" food-and-wine pairing, we're always on the lookout for recipes that match well with either white or red wines. This is one such recipe, and it makes two servings... Get The Recipe
  

  Cote De Boeuf For Two When you want a special dish to serve with a special red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or a rich Rhone blend, try this recipe. As its name indicates, it makes 2 servings. Cote de Boeuf for Two Get The Recipe
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  Tomato Pesto Pasta A wonderful match with Cabernet Sauvignon, this recipe helps bring out the fruitful quality of the wine. It also matches nicely with other red wines, and serves 4. Get The Recipe
  

  Santa Maria Style Beef Grill Since so many wines that we feature come from California's Central Coast, we thought it would be nice to share a uniquely-Central Coast recipe. It makes 6 servings... Get The Recipe
  

  Pan Fried Lamb Chops This recipe, which makes 4 servings, features flavors that can be enjoyed with virtually any red wine. Turn it into a complete meal with a side dish jasmine rice. Get The Recipe