2011 Justin Isosceles
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Intense cherry-vanilla and dark berry preserve aromas are complicated by smoky Indian spices and potpourri. Sweet blackberry and cherry compote flavors show superb palate-staining depth, picking up a floral pastille nuance with air. The broad, powerful, very long finish features round tannins and lingering smokiness. (JR)
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc. Tobacco and earth and liquorice – much more complexity than their Justification cuvée. Long, engaging, intellectual. (RH)
Made from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 7% Cabernet Franc that spent 24 months in new French oak, the 2011 Isosceles offers classic lead pencil, cedar, hints of herbs and both cassis and currant-styled fruit in its approachable, full-bodied and elegant profile. It's beautifully made, has no hard edges and can be consumed anytime over the coming decade or more. These first-rate efforts are made by Scott Shirley, who made wine in Napa Valley for 13 years before coming to Paso Robles. The focus here is on the Bordeaux varieties, and they do a fabulous job with them. Tel. (800) 726-0049; www.justinwine.com