Reviews & Ratings

2018 J. Lohr Red Blends or Varietals "Pure Paso"

Winery: J. Lohr

Vintage: 2018

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Pure Paso"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Petite Sirah, 2% Syrah & 2% Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Paso Robles

State or country: CA

Price: $27

Cases produced: 39,579

KWG Score: 91.8 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: July 22, 2021

Wine Review: This deep purple colored wine opens with a black currant and black cherry bouquet with a hint of fig and chocolate almond fudge. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied, balanced, and has a very nice soft and satiny mouthfeel. The flavor profile is a black currant and mild stony mineral blend with notes of vanilla-oak, black cherry and plum. We also detected hints of black pepper and black tea. The finish is huge. It features very substantial dry tannins that stick around for quite a while. This wine needs to be paired with a black and blue New York strip steak. Enjoy – Ken and Mark

Winemaker Notes: Savory varietal notes of Cabernet Sauvignon are layered with the dark fruit and spice character of Petite Sirah. The bouquet of cocoa powder, caramel, and anise works in harmony with the black cherry fruit signature of this wine. Bright and focused on the palate with a firm and appetizing finish. Pairs well with tomato rice dishes like paella.

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