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"A Spanish red like Sexto will please most palates." The Arizona Republic, June 2008

"A ripe red, with chocolate truffle and raspberry coulis notes on a supple framework. Tangy acidity leads
to a spicy finish. Garnacha, Carinena, Tempranillo and others. Drink now. 85 Points." Wine Spectator,
June 2008

"Laely Heron's Garnacha-driven six-variety Spanish blend is searing and nervy with ripe plum and
blackberry fruit; modern in style with stunning balance. 91 points ." Anthony Dias Blue, June 2008

“Trends to Watch: Almost shockingly, there are virtually no Americans who have delved into actual
winemaking in Spain; a notable exception is Laely Heron, who shifted her focus from France to make
Sexto – a blend of six grapes – in Terra Alta, not far from Priorat.” The Beverage Journal, June 2008

Silver Medal winner in the BTI 2008 World Wine Championships: Sexto earned a top score of 88 points
and was selected as "Highly Recommended" and a Best Buy in the Spanish Reds category.

“The 2005 Sexto is a red blend from the Terra Alta DO in northeastern Spain. Its name means "sixth", as it was the sixth grape – the relatively obscure Lledoner
Pelut Noir – added to the blend of Grenache, Carignan, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah that winemaker Laely Heron credits with adding an extra layer
of complexity that made all the difference."   The Washington Post, March 2008

“The wine was stunning – full-bodied, rich and fruity, and full of spices and black cherry and plum flavors. Gorgeous aroma. Wow! I was stunned again when I
checked the price.”      USA Today, December 2007

"Brilliant light purple hue. Red raspberry, carnation and black spice aromas. This medium-bodied red is grapey with a juicy, soft finish offering tart acidity. Try with
lighter chicken dishes."      Restaurant Hospitality, October 2007

Silver Medal winner in the BTI 2006 World Wine Championships: Sexto earned a top score of 88 points and was selected as "Highly Recommended" in the
Spanish Reds category.

"There's no denying the enjoyment of a wine that's distinctly fruit-forward and built on a decent acidic structure. Today let's take a look at a modestly priced
Spanish red that qualifies by both criteria. Sexto ("Sixth") is a new offering from the San Francisco-based wine negoçiant Laely Heron, whose Heron line of wines
have become popular restaurant pours."     Wine Lovers Page, July 2006

"A sure sign of Spain's growing popularity is the growing presence of California winemakers in that country. Among them is Laely Heron of San Francisco, who
has begun a new endeavor called Sexto, 'sixth' in English."     The Oxford Press, July 2006

“San Francisco-based winemaker Laely Heron, owner of the affordable Heron Wines line, has launched a new project in Spain dubbed Sexto. Heron's debut
bottling of the 2004 Sexto Terra Alta Red Wine scores with its spicy freshness and earthy elegance.”     The San Francisco Chronicle, July 2006

"This Laely Heron find can compete with the best of Priorat; a tremendous value in Spanish red."      Blue Reviews, Patterson’s Beverage Journal, July 2006

“The wine has vibrant red fruit, some richness way in the background and a hint of spice in the finish. Lovely and a tremendous value. 86 points”     Arizona
Republic, May 2006