2020 J. Lohr
Red Blend
Cuvée PAU
Aromas and flavors of cassis and morello cherry are layered with espresso, cracked pepper, and almond pastry. The palate is balanced with ulta-fine tannins and a juicy yet elegant finish.
Wine Details
Cellaring
11 years
Fruit driven at release, with a structure that should show its best from 2025 to 2030.
The inspiration for this blend comes from the Grand Cru wines of the Pauillac district of Bordeaux which are composed primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with occasional accents from Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Our J. Lohr winemaking team is given the freedom to emulate these great wines without the restrictions of varietal percentages, instead keenly focusing on the texture and complexity of the blend that nature delivers with each vintage.
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Origin
Paso Robles AVA, San Luis Obispo County, California
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Food Pairings
Delicious with grilled lamb chops, beef stews, or flavorful cheeses.
Composition Blend
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71%
Cabernet Sauvignon
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21%
Merlot
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2%
Malbec
Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon for this Bordeaux-style blend was hand-picked on October 15th and 23rd from the steep, chalky slopes of our J. Lohr Stairway Vineyard in the Adelaida District. A decent amount of Merlot in the blend contributed lively red fruit elements, while a small addition of Malbec added depth to the mouthfeel.
Vintage
Paso Robles saw mostly clear skies throughout January and February of 2020. Thankfully, a series of storms arrived in March and April to saturate the soils just in time for bud break. Spring enjoyed warm daytime temperatures which allowed the vines to have good flower bloom, healthy canopy growth, and modest fruit set after two previous years of above-average crop loads.
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