2020 JUSTIFICATION
The Old World meets the New with a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot
$78
Retail
$6240
About the Wine
This wine, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, expresses the spirit of a few Right-Bank Bordeaux producers by blending Merlot and Cabernet Franc with its complex expression of herbs, red fruit and elegant structure, but with a Paso Robles twist of full, mature fruit. A versatile pairing wine to a wide range of foods, the 2020 JUSTIFICATION is the perfect addition to a romantic dinner in front of a crackling fire, or an evening summertime barbeque.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Cabernet Franc
- % Merlot
Body
Appearance
Bright with a deep ruby core lightening to a ruby garnet at the rim, with light staining on slow-forming, persistent tears.
Aroma
Highly aromatic with black cherry, pomegranate, and red plum fruit along with notes of vanilla, new leather, pencil shavings and oak.
Palate
Moderate-plus bodied with ripe blackberry, baked strawberry and juicy plum on entry, evolving into the savory midpalate, with moderate, fine tannins and notes of leather, dried oregano, wild sage, and white rose petal with dusty terracotta. The finish is long and intricate with sweet tobacco, vanilla bean, oak, licorice, and a lingering note of camphor.
Key Features
Appellation
Paso Robles
Fermentation
Stainless steel open and closed-top tanks with UV43 yeast and twice daily pump overs
Maturation
Barrel aged for 18 months in 100% French oak (51% new)
Alcohol
15.0%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Gourmet Burger
Full-bodied but lively and complex on the palate, the 2020 JUSTIFICATION is a versatile food-pairing wine to a wide range of dishes from herb-crusted pork loin roasted with root vegetables, a pan-seared duck breast, or a classic gourmet burger.
