Magistrate – Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019
Paso Robles AVA, Central Coast – USA 🇺🇸
Overview:
A limited production release of just 2,698 cases, this Cabernet Sauvignon captures the sun-drenched character of Paso Robles while offering an approachable, easy-drinking style. Crafted with a balance between fruit concentration and accessibility, it reflects the Central Coast’s charm.
Aromas & Flavors:
Bursts of ripe red fruits, blackberry preserves, and raspberry jelly intertwine with a subtle touch of spice and vanilla. A jammy core gives way to notes of plum compote and a hint of cocoa in the background.
Mouthfeel:
Medium-bodied with a juicy, fruit-forward palate. The tannins are soft and rounded, creating an inviting structure that leads to a smooth, lingering finish full of berry-like sweetness.
Food Pairings:
Perfect for casual settings—think BBQ ribs, grilled burgers, or pizza with pepperoni. It also plays well with cheddar or gouda cheeses for a laid-back pairing.
Verdict:
A fruit-driven, approachable Paso Robles Cabernet that shows off the region’s sun-kissed terroir. Casual and comforting, this bottle is all about enjoyment rather than contemplation. Cheers! — 3 months ago
Excellent 2013 Grand Reserve Limited Production Cabernet with a cherry fruit forward flavor. Low tannins and was great with a filet mignon. — 20 days ago
Cherry, raspberry preserves, blackberry, vanilla, oak and hints of stewed fruit. Full-bodied and moderate tannins. — 2 months ago
Called Touriga. — 8 months ago
It is time for some Merlot on this #MerlotThursday.
Reddish in color with medium plus intensity and a wide reddish rim.
Strong nose of red fruits with light cedar, earth, tobacco leaf, black pepper, herbs and black tea.
Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.
Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, light oak, spices, chocolates, licorice, tobacco leaf, herbs and peppercorn.
Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.
This is a delicious Merlot from Napa Valley. Fruity and rich. Complex and entertaining.
Good right out of the bottle, and better after 90 minutes of airtime.
This Single Vineyard Merlot is elegant and nicely balanced. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.
I had different vintages of this wine and it is very consistent.
Easy drinking and good by itself as a sipping wine.
100% Merlot grapes were aged in French oak barrels. A tiny production of only 300 bottles.
14.5% alcohol by volume.
92 points.
$100. — 6 days ago
One of my new favorites. Smooth yet inexpensive. — 4 months ago
Chocolate-covered cherry aromas; light body, dried cherries and raisins, a great balance of tart and sweet. — 9 months ago
Jan de Weerd
We have been drinking this wine for 10 years now. As the fruit drops out it becomes more stringent with strong oak tannins, losing some of its depth and ease of drinking. — 3 days ago