Brand - Justin Vineyards & Winery

Justification Justin Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (750Ml)

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Description

Justification is a red blend from JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery in Paso Robles, California. It is not a Napa wine, and it is not a straight Cabernet Sauvignon. JUSTIN blends Cabernet Franc with Merlot, in the style of Bordeaux's Right Bank. The 2017 vintage, for example, is 65% Cabernet Franc and 35% Merlot.

The wine ages in French oak, and the time in barrel changes by vintage. Expect ripe black fruit on the nose, with vanilla, cedar and toasted oak. The palate is full and smooth, with blackberry, baking spice and more cedar. Fine tannins lead you into a long finish of barrel spice and dark fruit.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the 2017 vintage 92 points, and Wine Enthusiast gave it 91. Wine Enthusiast then scored the 2021 vintage 93 points.

Give it a little air in a wide glass. It is lovely with herb-crusted pork loin, pan-seared duck or a good burger. Grilled steak and aged cheese work well too.

Whether you are new to wine or already love Bordeaux blends, this bottle is easy to enjoy.

 

Product Details

  • UPC: 733952997554
  • Bottle Size: 750ml
  • ABV: 15%
  • Origin / Country: Paso Robles, California, USA
  • Type: Red Wine (Bordeaux-style blend)
  • Brand: Justin Vineyards & Winery
  • Grape: Cabernet Franc, Merlot
  • Cask Type: French oak (time and share of new oak vary by vintage)
  • Awards: 92 pts Wine Advocate (2017), 91 pts Wine Enthusiast (2017), 93 pts Wine Enthusiast (2021)
  • Recommended Pairing: Herb-crusted pork loin, pan-seared duck, gourmet burger.
  • Mixing Suggestion: Serve in a wide wine glass; let it breathe
  • Taste Profile: Blackberry, dark fruit, baking spice, cedar, fine tannins
  • Aroma & Bouquet: Ripe black fruit, vanilla, cedar, toasted oak
  • Smooth & Finish: Long, barrel spice, lingering dark fruit