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Justin 2006 Reserve Cabernet (Paso Robles)
- $45
Although this Cab is quite tannic, it’s really good now. Shows impeccable balance in a New World style that oozes black and red currants, dark chocolate, licorice, cedar and plums, with a note of raw, bloody meat. Very high quality, an excellent rendition of western Paso Robles hillside Cabernet. Good through 2015, with proper cellaring.
— S.H.
(5/1/2009)
Justin 2007 Isosceles Reserve Red (Paso Robles)
- Online Exclusive
- $95
A tremendous wine that easily held its own against Napa Cabs and blends, and a worthy followup to the wonderful 2006. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, the wine is extraordinarily rich and balanced and refined, showing Paso softness, but no absence of complexity. Really impresses for the depth and range of berries, currants…
— S.H.
(12/1/2010)
Justin 2004 Justification Red (Paso Robles)
- $42
Justin proves that Bordeaux can succeed in western Paso Robles, but interestingly, the wine is Cab Franc and Merlot, with no Sauvignon. Both varieties do well in cooler areas, and this wine does have good acidity and a rich earthiness suggesting butter-sauteed mushrooms with a splash of soy. An interesting, complex wine; a natural beauty to pair with food.
— S.H.
(4/1/2007)
Justin 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles)
- Editors' Choice
- Online Exclusive
- $45
This is quite easily the best Justin Cabernet ever. The wine achieves a new height of richness of fruit, dazzling with waves of blackberries, blueberries, cassis and chocolate, liberally enhanced with sweet vanilla oak. Yet it’s bone dry, and the tannins are immaculate, with enough acids for balance. Gorgeous now with haute cuisine.
— S.H.
(4/1/2010)
Justin 2010 Focus Red (Paso Robles)
- $95
This is a new bottling from Justin, and it’s one of its best wines in years. Blended mostly from Syrah, with a splash of Mourvèdre and Grenache, it’s rich, ripe and velvety smooth. The wine shows a warm-climate touch of overripeness in the chocolate-covered raisin flavor, which gives it a Port-like warmth. Otherwise, the flavors veer toward blackberry and cassis liqueur.
— S.H.
(12/31/2012)
Justin 2009 Savant Red (Paso Robles)
- Editors' Choice
- $45
A delightful wine, one of Justin’s best in quite some time. The blend is Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, and fruit is the star, in the form of ripe, lush blackberries and currants. You’ll also find complex notes of grilled meats, chocolate, herbs and spices, wrapped into a perfectly soft, delectable texture. Drink now–2015.
— S.H.
(4/1/2012)
Justin 1999 Isosceles Red (Paso Robles)
- $48
A smooth, silky texture supports ripe black cherry, blackberry, cassis, bay leaf, sage, anise, toast and chocolate flavors. Moderate acidity and firm, ripe tannins provide structure. Long on the finish.
— J.M.
(11/15/2002)
Justin 2001 Isosceles Red (Paso Robles)
- $55
Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend, starting with lush, inviting new oak, cassis, sweet thyme, vanilla and mushroom aromas, Turns subtle, supple and elegant in the mouth, powerful and refined. Dry, long, this wine finishes with class and distinction.
— S.H.
(12/31/2004)
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