Januik 2002 Red Wine, Columbia Valley [Our Rating, 8] Very nice, wonderful nose. A pleasant Meritage blend, a very easy wine to drink. A very nice wine that is dry and finishes well. This wine gets little notice in the wine press.
Castoro 2001 Syrah, Paso Robles Reserve [Our Rating, 7.5] Nice nose and a pleasant wine to drink on a relaxing evening. A nice Syrah. Good nose. Pleasant, concentrated but not explosive to me, a little constrained, a bit tart not jammy. A nice finish. It has strong oak and tart berries with a hint of vanilla and finishes well. According to Castoro, "The 2001 grapes for this wine were sourced from the same well-tended vineyards in the Estrella area of the Paso Robles appellation. In the aroma you will find a high intensity and balance of berry fruits, violets and oak. The mouthfeel has characteristically moderate levels of tannin, yet is lush. The bright fruit and oak flavors linger on the palate. The moderate acidity and appealing level of astringency make for a versatile wine that pairs well with anything from appetizers to heavy meat dishes."
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