LXV Wine (Paso Robles, California) - exclusive at Great Wines Direct

LXV Wine - Paso Robles, California
A boutique Paso house where Bordeaux-inspired winemaking meets a wine-and-spice pairing philosophy rooted in Indian tradition.

LXV Wine is a premium, family-founded winery based in Paso Robles, California, established in 2011 by Neeta and Kunal Mittal. Their wines sit in a distinctive lane: Old World–leaning, minimal-intervention, terroir-driven bottlings, paired with a sensory approach that uses global spices to make wine flavour more accessible and more fun.

If you’re looking for California wines with real structure and intent — and a producer that thinks as hard about texture and flavour as they do about variety and oak — this is a collection worth exploring.

Why we rate LXV

• A clear point of view: LXV’s style is described as “in keeping with the old world — minimalist and authentic, expressed through contemporary blends.”

• Paso Robles focus: Fruit is sourced primarily from Paso Robles’ Willow Creek AVA (with additional Central Coast and Santa Barbara County sources depending on cuvée).

• A true sensory experience: LXV is known for wine-and-spice pairings and a broader “flavours and senses” approach to tasting.

• Serious talent behind the scenes: Consulting winemaker Jeffrey Strekas (UC Davis; experience including Merryvale, Franciscan, Round Pond; harvest at Mollydooker) and consulting winemaker Frederick Ammons (Diplôme National d’Œnologue; experience including Château Pape Clément, Opus One, Harlan Estate’s Napa Valley Reserve, Rudd Estate).

What you’ll find in this collection

LXV’s range moves beyond the obvious, with a mix of Bordeaux-inspired blends and characterful varietal wines.

• Left Bank–inspired blend: The Secret (LXV describe this as their Left Bank inspired blend).

• Right Bank–inspired blend: The Tempo (LXV describe this as their Right Bank inspired blend).

• Signature red blend: The Spell (a Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon blend in recent releases).

• Varietal and small-lot wines: Including bottlings like Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and more.

• White curiosities (when available): LXV produce distinctive whites including Blanc de Sangiovese and Blanc de Franc (a white expression of Cabernet Franc).

How to choose

1. If you like classic claret structure (but Californian fruit): start with The Secret (Left Bank inspired blend).

2. If you prefer plush, merlot-led generosity: try The Tempo (Right Bank inspired blend).

3. If you want spice, savour and depth: look for The Spell (their signature red blend) or Reserve Syrah.

4. If you want something genuinely different: grab Blanc de Sangiovese or Blanc de Franc when they’re available.

Pairing ideas

LXV’s own story is built around the interplay of global flavours, texture and spice — so don’t be shy pairing these wines with boldly seasoned food.

• Chargrilled lamb, tandoori-style chicken, spiced aubergine

• BBQ and smoke (brisket, ribs, grilled mushrooms)

• Tomato-rich dishes (ragù, parmigiana) with Sangiovese-led wines

• Hard cheeses and cured meats with Bordeaux-inspired blends

Serving & cellaring

• Serve reds: 16–18°C. A 20–40 minute decant helps the aromatics and tannin profile settle.

• Cellaring: Many bottles drink well on release, but structured blends and reserves can reward 3–8 years depending on vintage and style.

Shipping & ordering

• Minimum order: 6 bottles (or multiples of 6).

• Delivery: Typically 24–48 hours across mainland UK.

• Shipping: Flat rate shipping applies; free delivery over £150.

FAQs

What does “LXV” mean?

LXV is inspired by Indian tradition and culture, and the brand’s identity is tied to a broader philosophy of living and sensory experience.

Are LXV wines “big” Paso reds?

They can be powerful, but the intent is balance and freshness rather than sheer weight - with an Old World–influenced approach to structure.

What makes LXV different from a typical tasting-room brand?

Their signature is the wine-and-spice pairing approach - a guided way to explore flavour, texture and aroma beyond standard tasting notes.