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Justin Justification (Paso Robles) 2002

This blend of 76% Cabernet Franc and 24% Merlot is vinified in the style of a good St Emilion rather than a Chinon. It offers an interesting mix of gooseberry, raspberry, plums, and oriental spices, There is sufficient structure to justify cellaring through 2014 or so. Grade: B+

Apparently, I liked it better in 10/2005, while in 1/2005 I thought it didn’t have the stuffing for extended aging. Based on this bottle, however, I’ve changed my mind about its aging potential.