Expect raspberry, dark cherry, blackberry, black pepper, dried herb, and a touch of smoked meat with medium-to-full body and refined tannins. GSM-style blends balance Grenache's red fruit with Syrah's structure and Mourvèdre's savor. The 2022 California vintage was warm.
- Varietal
- Rhône red blend (M5 is a five-variety GSM-style blend, traditionally Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise, and Cinsault)
- Region
- USA / California / Central Coast
- Body
- Medium to Full
- Style
- dry red, Rhône-style blend, oak-aged
The producer
M5 is Margerum's flagship Rhône-style red blend, named for the five varieties in the cuvée. Margerum is a Santa Barbara County Rhône specialist.
What critics say
M5 receives consistently strong reviews as a benchmark California Rhône-style blend.
Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, lamb sausage, baked pasta with meat sauce