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2023 J. Lohr Red Blends or Varietals "Pure Paso"

J. Lohr 2023 Pure Paso

Winery: J. Lohr

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Pure Paso"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Petite Sirah, 1% Malbec & 1% St. Macaire

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Paso Robles

State or country: CA

Price: $27

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: October 16, 2025

Wine Review: This midnight purple colored Cabernet Sauvignon based blend from J. Lohr opens with a fragrant black cherry compote and dark chocolate bouquet with hints of violets, leather, and black licorice. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, supple, and lush. The flavor profile is a dense and concentrated blend of black cherry and black licorice with notes of blackberry compote and black coffee. I also detected hints of black pepper, cedar, black currant, and loam. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and dusty fine grained moderate tannins are nicely extended. We would decant this cozy red blend before enjoying it by the firepit. With food pair it with a New York strip steak. Enjoy - Ken & Mark

Winemaker Notes: Savory notes of Cabernet Sauvignon are layered with the overt dark fruit character of Petite Sirah. The bouquet of cocoa powder, caramel, and anise works in harmony with the wine’s black cherry fruit signature. Bright and focused on the palate, with a firm and appetizing finish.

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