Still very much alive (though fully mature), this is a decent example of Syrah and Cabernet. White pepper nose. Has lots of dark fruit and depth, with fully ripe fruit, but doesn't have the "wow" factor you tend to hope for. 5-12-15-6: 88/100.
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80% Syrah 20% Cabernet going on here. Decanted this about 30 min before climbing in. Justin wines are just so distinctive for me, and I enjoy them more with bottle age. Nose decidedly Justin with strong hints of vanilla, cherry, red meat. Med-full bodied but nothing over powering here at all. Well integrated tannins. Savant is a winner in 2015.
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Blackberry, plum, vanilla, leather and oak flavors on the nose and palate! A light pepper notes adds to a wonderful, lingering finish. A fantastic blend of Cabernet and Syrah. 4.5 Stars.
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2/21/2024 - MicklethePickle Likes this wine: 88 Points
Still very much alive (though fully mature), this is a decent example of Syrah and Cabernet. White pepper nose. Has lots of dark fruit and depth, with fully ripe fruit, but doesn't have the "wow" factor you tend to hope for. 5-12-15-6: 88/100.
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5/21/2022 - NavyVet6874 wrote: 92 Points
This is wonderful wine. Rich fruit with depth and finish.
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2/19/2022 - mcromain1021 wrote: 92 Points
80% Syrah 20% Cabernet going on here. Decanted this about 30 min before climbing in. Justin wines are just so distinctive for me, and I enjoy them more with bottle age. Nose decidedly Justin with strong hints of vanilla, cherry, red meat. Med-full bodied but nothing over powering here at all. Well integrated tannins. Savant is a winner in 2015.
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1/29/2022 - jcoemd Likes this wine: 94 Points
Blackberry, plum, vanilla, leather and oak flavors on the nose and palate! A light pepper notes adds to a wonderful, lingering finish. A fantastic blend of Cabernet and Syrah. 4.5 Stars.
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1/12/2022 - bluepeter2020@outlook.com Likes this wine: 91 Points
The right balance of cab (for complexity) and Syrah (for jammy fruit). One of the best wines that Justin produces.
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