{"title":"LXV Wine — Paso Robles, California","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV Wine (Paso Robles, California) - exclusive at Great Wines Direct\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV Wine - Paso Robles, California\u003cbr\u003eA boutique Paso house where Bordeaux-inspired winemaking meets a wine-and-spice pairing philosophy rooted in Indian tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you’re looking for California wines with real structure and intent — and a producer that thinks as hard about \u003ci\u003etexture and flavour\u003c\/i\u003e as they do about variety and oak — this is a collection worth exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy we rate LXV\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l17 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eA clear point of view: LXV’s style is described as “in keeping with the old world — minimalist and authentic, expressed through contemporary blends.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePaso Robles focus: Fruit is sourced primarily from Paso Robles’ Willow Creek AVA (with additional Central Coast and Santa Barbara County sources depending on cuvée).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eA true sensory experience: LXV is known for wine-and-spice pairings and a broader “flavours and senses” approach to tasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l20 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSerious 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).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhat you’ll find in this collection\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV’s range moves beyond the obvious, with a mix of Bordeaux-inspired blends and characterful varietal wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLeft Bank–inspired blend: \u003ci\u003eThe Secret\u003c\/i\u003e (LXV describe this as their Left Bank inspired blend).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l13 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRight Bank–inspired blend: \u003ci\u003eThe Tempo\u003c\/i\u003e (LXV describe this as their Right Bank inspired blend).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l21 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSignature red blend: \u003ci\u003eThe Spell\u003c\/i\u003e (a Syrah\/Cabernet Sauvignon blend in recent releases).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eVarietal and small-lot wines: Including bottlings like \u003cb\u003eR\u003c\/b\u003eeserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l18 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWhite curiosities (when available): LXV produce distinctive whites including Blanc de Sangiovese and Blanc de Franc (a white expression of Cabernet Franc).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to choose\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" start=\"1\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l8 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIf you like classic claret structure (but Californian fruit): start with The Secret (Left Bank inspired blend).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" start=\"2\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l11 level1 lfo11; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIf you prefer plush, merlot-led generosity: try The Tempo (Right Bank inspired blend).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" start=\"3\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l19 level1 lfo12; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIf you want spice, savour and depth: look for The Spell (their signature red blend) or Reserve Syrah.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" start=\"4\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l12 level1 lfo13; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIf you want something genuinely different: grab Blanc de Sangiovese or Blanc de Franc when they’re available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003ePairing ideas\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV’s own story is built around the interplay of\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eglobal flavours, texture and spice — so don’t be shy pairing these wines with boldly seasoned food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l10 level1 lfo14; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eChargrilled lamb, tandoori-style chicken, spiced aubergine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l15 level1 lfo15; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBBQ and smoke (brisket, ribs, grilled mushrooms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l16 level1 lfo16; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTomato-rich dishes (ragù, parmigiana) with Sangiovese-led wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l14 level1 lfo17; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHard cheeses and cured meats with Bordeaux-inspired blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eServing \u0026amp; cellaring\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l7 level1 lfo18; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eServe reds: 16–18°C. A 20–40 minute decant helps the aromatics and tannin profile settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l6 level1 lfo19; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCellaring: Many bottles drink well on release, but structured blends and reserves can reward 3–8 years depending on vintage and style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eShipping \u0026amp; ordering\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo20; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMinimum order: 6 bottles (or multiples of 6).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo21; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDelivery: Typically 24–48 hours across mainland UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l9 level1 lfo22; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eShipping: Flat rate shipping applies; free delivery over £150.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eFAQs\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does “LXV” mean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLXV is inspired by Indian tradition and culture, and the brand’s identity is tied to a broader philosophy of living and sensory experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre LXV wines “big” Paso reds?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThey can be powerful, but the intent is balance and freshness rather than sheer weight - with an Old World–influenced approach to structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes LXV different from a typical tasting-room brand?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTheir signature is the wine-and-spice pairing approach - a guided way to explore flavour, texture and aroma beyond standard tasting notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6047\/1191\/collections\/lxv-wine-logo.webp?v=1790255644","url":"https:\/\/greatwinesdirect.co.uk\/collections\/lxv-wine.oembed","provider":"GREAT WINES DIRECT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}