JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery
11680 Chimney Rock Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Hours:
- Monday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Tuesday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Wednesday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Thursday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Friday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Saturday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
- Sunday10:00 am-4:30 pmOpen
Winery
Located along Chimney Rock Road, Justin Winery rose to fame in 1999 with the premier of the Isosceles blend. Good wine scores should not excuse the behavior of the Resnick Family, who cleared hundreds of oak trees and excavated a personal reservoir in June of 2016. These actions came at the heels of a 6 year drought in California and compromised the water table used buy Justin’s neighbors. The project was halted by the local government and more ordinances were put in place to keep the event from reoccurring. The Resnicks now plan to donate the 380 acre parcel and increased their donations to local scholarships. Justin has pledged to change, but we continue to be horrified by the stories we hear from growers in the area. The tasting staff at this location are kind, knowledgeable and accommodating. We heard through industry professionals that Justin is one of few employers to offer benefits. Tasting flight ($20) includes five wines and the Isosceles blend.
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Tasting Fee$20.00
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E-mailchalan.lind@justinwine.com
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For your Wine Adventure:
AppellationPaso Robles AVA
Wine MakerScott Shirley
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating: 183
Current Releases
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2015 Cabernet SauvignonAroma: Aromatic with bright ripe black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, baking spice, savory dried autumn leaves, subtle violet floral notes with a hint of caramelized barrel sweetness. Palate: Dry, moderate plus bodied, with ripe red and black cherry, and blackcurrant fruit joined by vanilla and cinnamon spice notes on the entry. The mid-palate is fresh with sustained ripe fruit, toasty oak notes and softly textured tannins. The finish is moderately long with notes of cherry candy and blackcurrant fruit matched with subtle classic Cabernet savory elements. Pairings: The 2015 JUSTIN Cabernet Sauvignon is a great all-around choice for a wide range of Food Pairings: from a simple cheese and charcuterie plate or a burger to vegetable lasagna, or even a prime rib. If you are looking for a quality, all-purpose red wine, this is it!
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2014 Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5LAroma: Aromatic black fruit of cherry and blackcurrant jam, baking spice, dried leaf and sweet tobacco. Palate: Full bodied with bright black cherry, blackcurrant and berry fruit with an underpinning of oak barrel accents on entry. The mid palate shows continued fruit with savory herbal notes, mint and a hint of violet. The finish is clean, long and layered with lingering dark fruit surrounded by soft chewy tannins balanced by crisp acidity and subtle floral notes. Pairings: The 2014 JUSTIN Cabernet Sauvignon is a versatile red wine that pairs well with most red wine friendly dishes and a little more. As good with pasta and burgers as it is with beef wellington or entrecote bordelaise, this is a wine with broad pairing possibilities for both dishes and palates.
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2014 Cabernet Sauvignon 375MlAroma: Aromatic black fruit of cherry and blackcurrant jam, baking spice, dried leaf and sweet tobacco. Palate: Full bodied with bright black cherry, blackcurrant and berry fruit with an underpinning of oak barrel accents on entry. The mid palate shows continued fruit with savory herbal notes, mint and a hint of violet. The finish is clean, long and layered with lingering dark fruit surrounded by soft chewy tannins balanced by crisp acidity and subtle floral notes. Pairings: The 2014 JUSTIN Cabernet Sauvignon is a versatile red wine that pairs well with most red wine friendly dishes and a little more. As good with pasta and burgers as it is with beef wellington or entrecote bordelaise.
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2015 ChardonnayAroma: Aromatic with pink-lady apple, white peach, guava and unripe strawberry fruit with attractive savory herbal and jasmine floral notes and white pepper spice. PALATE: Crisp, dry and refreshing on the entry with white strawberry, peach, tart cherry and apple notes with a touch of grapefruit. Herbal notes including subtle fresh thyme combined with a hint of jasmine flower going into the mid palate. The finish is crisp and textured and makes you want to take another sip. It’s really hard not to like this wine! While it will pair well with just about anything you want to eat all summer long, it will be perfect with a selection of hard cheeses with some herb cured olives, a salade Niçoise, or wood fired pizza Napoletana on a warm summer’s night.
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2012 Eighty OneAroma: Highly aromatic and complex with lush, ripe black fruit of cassis and cherry, and rich baking-spice barrel elements balanced by more savory cedar, anise, graphite and dried tobacco leaf. Palate: Full-bodied showing ripe black currant, cherry jam and blackberry with vanilla, cinnamon, and licorice on the entry. Distinctive cabernet herbal and mineral varietal elements of sweet tobacco with cocoa, cedar and graphite emerge as the mid-palate opens, joined by ripe, chewy tannins and a freshness that balances this wine’s rich flavors. The finish is very long, lingering and complex with re-emerging ripe black fruit, sweet spice, cedar and minty camphor notes carried nicely with some weighty tannins.
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2014 FocusAroma: Intense, with bold aromas of blackberry jam, ripe black cherry mingled with sweet baking spice, crushed peppercorn, smoke, leather and a subtle aromatic herbal note. Palate: Generously full-bodied with layers of lush black fruit on the entry, with black pepper and sweet spice unfolding into a mid- palate that shows smoky, meaty notes with leather and a little camphor as the palate progresses. The finish is very long and layered with continued evolving fruit, spice and savory interaction surrounded by chewy, substantial tannins that balance this bold wine’s flavors and textures, giving it the substance to pair well with hearty winter fare like slow-cooked beef short ribs or a rich lamb stew, and the ability to evolve in the coming years.
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2014 Hillard Bruce Chardonnay
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2014 IsoscelesAroma: Intense aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrant, vanilla, cinnamon and black licorice with dried herbs, cocoa, violets and toasted oak. Palate: Dry, full bodied and very complex with rich ripe black fruit and baking spice on the entry, with anise, purple flowers and chocolate on the mid–palate, joined by emerging chewy tannins into the fresh, balanced finish which is very long with sustained fruit and layers of evolving sweet spice. The palate of the 2014 ISOSCELES is very open right now for such a cellar worthy wine, and is an outstanding pairing with a classic prime rib or BBQ Brisket. After a few years it will be perfect with more complex dishes like a ragout of veal or lamb served with fresh pasta.
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2014 Isosceles 1.5LAroma: Intense aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrant, vanilla, cinnamon and black licorice with dried herbs, cocoa, violets and toasted oak. Palate: Dry, full bodied and very complex with rich ripe black fruit and baking spice on the entry, with anise, purple flowers and chocolate on the mid–palate, joined by emerging chewy tannins into the fresh, balanced finish which is very long with sustained fruit and layers of evolving sweet spice. The palate of the 2014 ISOSCELES is very open right now for such a cellar worthy wine, and is an outstanding pairing with a classic prime rib or BBQ Brisket. After a few years it will be perfect with more complex dishes like a ragout of veal or lamb served with fresh pasta.
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2014 Isosceles 375MlAroma: Intense aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrant, vanilla, cinnamon and black licorice with dried herbs, cocoa, violets and toasted oak. Palate: Dry, full bodied and very complex with rich ripe black fruit and baking spice on the entry, with anise, purple flowers and chocolate on the mid–palate, joined by emerging chewy tannins into the fresh, balanced finish which is very long with sustained fruit and layers of evolving sweet spice. The palate of the 2014 ISOSCELES is very open right now for such a cellar worthy wine, and is an outstanding pairing with a classic prime rib or BBQ Brisket. After a few years it will be perfect with more complex dishes like a ragout of veal or lamb served with fresh pasta.
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2013 Isosceles ReserveAroma: Intense and complex with layers of sweet ripe fruit character of black cherry, blackcurrant jam and boysenberry, sweet tobacco, licorice root, cocoa and cedar with complex baking spice and attractive French oak notes. Palate: Full bodied and very complex, with lush ripe fruit of black cherry, cassis, and blackberry jam with a mix of vanilla, cinnamon and licorice spice on the rich, mouth filling entry. The mid-palate unfolds with sustained sweet fruit matched with layers of savory cabernet elements, cedar, licorice, chocolate and a little mint. The finish is exceptionally long and plush yet fresh with generous chewy tannins matching the rich fruit and spice character.
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2014 JustificationAroma:Aromatic with ripe blackcurrant, sweet black and red cherry fruit, baking spice, licorice, cocoa accented with attractive pencil shaving, and camphor notes. Palate: Full bodied, with black and red currant and cherry fruit, and attractive vanilla and cinnamon spice on entry and savory, smoky dried herbs with chocolate and cedar accents appearing in mid-palate. The texture of the wine is very clean and crisp with woody notes, bright cherry fruit and balancing tannins that focus the wine through its long, complex finish. Food Pairing: The 2014 JUSTIFICATION is an elegant, beautifully balanced and complex wine that respects dishes that might be overpowered by a deeper, richer wines like veal with a morel cream sauce, or pork tenderloin with an herbed berry reduction.
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2014 MerlotAroma: Aromatic and complex with black cherry, blackcurrant and plum matched with more savory dried herb and wood notes, baking spice, purple flower and chocolate. Palate: Full-bodied with ripe black cherry and blackcurrant fruit on the entry mixed with savory herbal notes and barrel spice mixed with haunting violet floral elements. The mid-palate has a rich chocolate element and the finish is long with returning cherry joined by violet floral and subtle camphor notes surrounded by ripe chewy tannins. This is a Merlot made in a style that has its roots in the Bordeaux region and would be a perfect pairing with classic foods of that region like duck confit or cassoulet, as well as many hearty Basque dishes.
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2012 Obtuse 375MlAroma:Ripe black cherry, blackcurrant and a subtle berry jelly note mixed with savory cabernet sauvignon elements. Palate: Full-bodied, sweet but fresh on the palate with ripe black fruit on the entry and dark chocolate with sweet tobacco elements on the mid-palate. Soft tannins support the flavors on the long, crisp finish that is filled with continuing fruit and savory notes. Food Pairings: Not JUST for chocolate pairings, the 2012 OBTUSE would be perfect with creamy veined cheeses with some dried cherries or walnuts, or even with a slice of pecan pie.
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2014 Petit VerdotAroma: Fragrant with ripe blueberry, cherry and currant fruit perfumed with floral aromas of violet and lilac, underlain with graphite, a little black olive, sweet barrel spice including clove, dark chocolate and smoky cedar. Palate: Very full on the palate with blackberry, ripe cherry, blueberry pie fruit and purple flowers right off. Surprisingly fresh into the mid-palate as stony, inky textural elements appear mixed with dark chocolate. The finish is long and chewy with alternating fruit, exotic spice and rocky textures. The 2014 Petit Verdot is a parade of flavors that walks the tightrope between fruit density and impressive structural texture with unusual grace. Worth trying on its own as a way to experience what this variety has to offer, it would pair best with hearty meat dishes like pot roast, or slow simmered short ribs.
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2015 Reserve Cabernet
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2014 Reserve Cabernet SauvignonAroma: Highly aromatic with rich black cherry and ripe cassis fruit, complex spice of cinnamon, vanilla with classic cabernet dried leaf character and subtle violet floral notes. Palate: Full bodied with very ripe black cherry, blackcurrant, fresh blackberry fruit and beautifully integrated baking spice on the entry joined by savory notes of dried herbs, cedar, dark chocolate and licorice going into the mid-palate. The finish is very long and layered with lingering bright blackcurrant, chocolate, cedary woody notes and a purple floral element all wrapped up with chewy tannins that unite the many components of this rich, complex wine. Food Pairings: The 2014 JUSTIN Reserve Cabernet is a Cab lover’s, dream; bold, ripe and complex, it drinks well on its own but would be great with a rich, slow-cooked beef mole stew, or if you are in a hurry, with your favorite type of steak fresh off the grill.
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2014 Reserve MalbecAroma: Fragrant with black cherry, blackberry and ripe plum fruit integrated with barrel spice, cedar, dried herbs and cocoa. Palate: A full bodied wine with black and red cherry, berry and plum fruit, vanilla and black licorice spice notes and subtle herbal notes of eucalyptus on entry. The mid palate is fresh and crisp with savory notes of dried herbs, cedar, graphite, and cocoa supported by firm tannins as the tasting progresses. The finish is long with sustained savory elements accented with notes of cherry candy. This balanced and textured wine is a versatile accompaniment to a wide variety of hearty dishes, like lamb or beef with herbs and garlic, or with a hearty veggie lasagna.
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2015 Reserve Malbec
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2014 Reserve TempranilloAroma: Moderate intensity with ripe strawberry and cherry fruit with its own woody spice notes mixed with vanilla and cinnamon barrel spice. Palate: Full bodied with strawberry, red berry fruit on entry with sandalwood, cinnamon and haunting floral notes as the mid palate unfolds. Finish is long and clean with balanced red and black fruit, woody spice and a lingering floral accent. Our 2014 Reserve Tempranillo really shines with a variety of Mediterranean / Middle Eastern foods like roasted lamb with garlic and thyme, moussaka, or Mujadara- a Middle Eastern dish of lentils, rice, aromatic spices with caramelized onions.
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2014 Right AngleAroma: Aromatic and attractive mix of ripe black cherry, blackberry, and blackcurrant fruit mixed with sweet barrel spice and definite smoky and savory elements of fall leaves, a little cracked pepper, chocolate and a minty floral note. Palate: Full body with plush ripe cherry and berry fruit mixed with vanilla and cinnamon spice on entry. The mid-palate brings on a definite savory element of dried herbs, bitter chocolate, and inky texture.The long balanced finish shows a nicely balanced interplay between returning ripe black fruit character and the wine’s more textural and savory elements, joined by firm tannins. Food Pairings: Meats like lamb, beef, pork or even chicken with garlic and dried herbs like thyme or rosemary.
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2015 Right Angle
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2016 RoséAroma: Aromatic with pink-lady apple, white peach, guava and unripe strawberry fruit with attractive savory herbal and jasmine floral notes and white pepper spice. Palate: Crisp, dry and refreshing on the entry with white strawberry, peach, tart cherry and apple notes with a touch of grapefruit. Herbal notes including subtle fresh thyme combined with a hint of jasmine flower going into the mid palate. The finish is crisp and textured and makes you want to take another sip. It’s really hard not to like this wine! While it will pair well with just about anything you want to eat all summer long, it will be perfect with a selection of hard cheeses with some herb cured olives, a salade Niçoise, or wood fired pizza Napoletana on a warm summer’s night.
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2014 Saint Hilarie, Blanquette de Limoux
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2016 Sauvignon BlancAroma: Fresh lemon, white peach, guava, pineapple, white flower and herbal notes, and a little white pepper. Palate: Dry, refreshing throughout, with lemon, green apple, peach and tropical fruit on the entry leading to a crisp, textured mid-palate showing chamomile flower, subtle green herbs and mineral notes. The finish is clean, bright and textured with lingering citrus and herbal character. A perfect refreshing and crisp aperitif wine particularly in the summer months, it will pair beautifully with an apple and goat cheese salad, fresh oysters, or fish tacos with a squeeze of lime.
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2014 SavantAroma: Intense and layered with black berry jam and ripe black cherry jam fruit, sweet spice of vanilla and cinnamon, with smoky oak notes, cracked pepper, leather, and in time some hints of smoked meat mixed with complex red and purple floral accents.Palate: Full on the palate with very ripe lush black fruit and baking spice on the entry followed with dried savory herbs, cracked black pepper and smoky elements going into the mid-palate. Food Pairings: This wine is great with the usual grilled meat like trip-tip or lamb with herbs and garlic, or try matching it with the rich flavors and layered spices found in Moroccan and Middle Eastern stews like a lamb tagine, or roasted cauliflower with chickpeas or lentils and a ras el hanout spice blend.
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2014 Savant 1.5LAroma: Intense and layered with black berry jam and ripe black cherry jam fruit, sweet spice of vanilla and cinnamon, with smoky oak notes, cracked pepper, leather, and in time some hints of smoked meat mixed with complex red and purple floral accents. Palate: Full on the palate with very ripe lush black fruit and baking spice on the entry followed with dried savory herbs, cracked black pepper and smoky elements going into the mid-palate. The finish is very long and complex with a mix of returning ripe fruit, chocolate and chewy tannins as it slowly unfolds. Food Pairings: This wine is great with the usual grilled meat like trip-tip or lamb with herbs and garlic, or try matching it with the rich flavors and layered spices found in Moroccan and Middle Eastern stews like a lamb tagine, or roasted cauliflower with chickpeas or lentils and a ras el hanout spice blend.
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2015 Sunny’S Block 375 MlAroma: Attractive white peach and subtle citrus fruit with orange blossom, honeysuckle floral notes with a subtle hint of beeswax. Palate: Sweet, but very clean and complex on the palate. Entry has green apple, ripe orange and lemon fruit character with orange blossom, melon and honey accents emerging on the mid-palate and a crisp, long finish that starts slightly sweet, but stays fresh and balanced throughout. Pairings: This is a versatile dessert wine that will go well with a variety of classic pairings like Tarte Tatin, Apple Pie, or Crema Catalana, but is also perfect for marinating some chilled strawberries or other summer fruit for a few hours before serving.
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2015 SyrahAroma: Aromatic with bright black cherry and blackberry fruit, vanilla cinnamon and licorice barrel spice, leather, dried leaf, chocolate and subtle cracked black pepper notes. Palate: The fuller side of medium bodied and nicely balanced with black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, baking spice and smoky notes on entry. The mid-palate continues with earthy notes of leather, and savory dried herbs leading to a long, crisp finish with cocoa, subtle minty camphor notes and lingering bing cherry, all nicely supported with moderate, firm tannins. Pairings: It’s a balanced and nimble wine that gets along really well with a wide variety of dishes. Check it out with grilled lamb chops simply seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic and a splash of lemon, or with a summer picnic of Santa Maria style Tri-Tip sliders.
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2014 TrilateralAroma: Intense, smoky with sweet ripe blackberry, boysenberry and black cherry jam, vanilla with savory meat, pepper, leather and oak aromas. Palate: Full-bodied with an entry of sweet ripe black berry and cherry fruit, barrel spice combined with more savory peppery and meaty notes as the mid palate emerges along with firm tannins and overall ripe smoky character. The finish is very long and layered with jammy fruit notes mixed with cedar, leather and cocoa with big chewy tannins and an underlying crispness that keeps things nice and fresh. Food Pairing: Big and bold driven by layers of black fruit, this wine is a hedonist’s wine to drink on its own, or pair it with BBQ short ribs with a Kansas City style sauce, or other bold flavored foods from the grill.
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2015 ViognierAromas: Aromatic and complex with ripe apricot and tangerine fruit, with yellow apple skin, fresh white floral notes mixed with a bit of dried potpourri. Palate: Dry and full-bodied with a complex combination of ripe, rounded of apricot, meyer lemon, subtle peach and tropical fruit notes mixed with a haunting floral character of white citrus blossom and dried herbal flowers with a touch of toasted brioche on the entry. The mid palate is fresh and textured with citrus and stone fruit joined by more savory elements on the long textured finish. Full bodied with bold flavors and texture.
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2016 Viognier
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2015 Zinfandel