With its roots dating back to the year 2000, Pax Wines has been crafting some of California's most exquisite Rhône varietals for over two decades. Founded by Pax and Pam Mahle, the winery has earned a reputation for producing wines of exceptional quality, as attested by numerous critics.

“Pax Wines and Arnot-Roberts are crafting some of the most delicate but enthralling examples from vineyards just a few kilometres from the shores of the Pacific Ocean.” – Decanter

At the heart of Pax's winemaking philosophy lies the Sonoma Hillsides Syrah, the flagship wine that pays homage to the Hermitage wines. Crafted using fruit sourced from vineyards that closely resemble the terroirs of the Northern Rhône, this wine is a masterpiece of old-world-style Syrah. With 100% whole-cluster fermentation and foot-crushed grapes, it is a true labor of love.

The 2016 vintage of the Hillsides Syrah achieved global recognition when it received a perfect score of 100 points from Antonio Galloni, propelling the winery to new heights. The 2021 edition, which recently received a stunning 98 points from Vinous, has yet again shows the incredible calibre of this amazing winemaker. Antonio Galloni himself is a big fan, declaring it "one of the very finest wines in Northern California."

“I don’t think I have ever tasted a Sonoma Hillsides with this much finesse, this much purity. A wine of vertical energy, the Sonoma Hillsides possesses tremendous depth from start to finish… Once again, Pax Mahle made one of the truly epic wines of the year. His Sonoma Hillsides has been one of the very finest wines in Northern California for a number of years now.” – Antonio Galloni (Vinous)

In addition to the flagship Syrah, Pax also offers the Alder Springs Grenache, a wine that embodies Pax's emulation of Châteauneuf du Pape. Only produced in exceptional vintages, the 2021 edition received 92+ points from Antoni Galloni and boasts "tons of varietal character." For Syrah enthusiasts, the 2020 Grizzly Peak Syrah is a rare gem, bottled only once for the vintage.

These wines are highly sought after, with the 2021 Sonoma Hillsides Syrah already sold out in the United States. Pax Wines is a true embodiment of the art of winemaking, and each bottle is a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence. Wine lovers are encouraged to act quickly to secure these exceptional wines directly sourced from the winery.