2020 RIGHT ANGLE
An expressive, eclectic blend
$48
Retail
$3840
About the Wine
At JUSTIN we pride ourselves on crafting wines that express an elegant Bordeaux-like style such as ISOSCELES and JUSTIFICATION, but we are also eager to explore the potential of the distinctive variety of fruit we can grow here in Paso Robles. Past efforts such as SAVANT and FOCUS have shown that we can play that game, and the effort continues with our offerings of our RIGHT ANGLE vintages. The 2020 RIGHT ANGLE is an expressive, eclectic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petite Sirah, and Petit Verdot that gives an intriguing mix of dark fruit, spice, savory elements and supporting texture that is sure to please red wine lovers looking for something different at a great price point.
Tasting Notes
Varietal Composition
- % Cabernet Sauvignon
- % Malbec
- % Petite Sirah
- % Petit Verdot
Body
Appearance
Bright with a dark ruby-purple core, lightening to ruby at the rim of the glass with moderately thick tears that stain the glass slightly.
Aroma
Aromatic with blackberry, plum, and black cherry fruit with violet, dried sage, new leather, cinnamon, and toasted oak.
Palate
Full-bodied with ripe boysenberry, black cherry, plum and black currant on entry, leading to a mid-palate featuring savory elements of dried sage, leather, cedar with subtle bourbon barrel, violet and red rose petal floral notes. The long finish shows robust, grippy tannins with sustained black fruit and complex spice of cinnamon, star anise, dried herbs, and vanilla.
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 19 months in 25% new American oak
Alcohol
15.5%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Gourmet Burger
Pair it with a deluxe charcuterie and semi-hard cheese platter with dried cherries and almonds or with a classic gourmet burger.
