Truth and Valor
Paso Robles Zinfandel
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
This is a nice Zinfandel from Paso Robles. Showing red and black fruits with chocolate notes, coffee, cedar, vanilla, leather, spices and earth.
Dry on the palate and spicy.
Medium bodied with medium acidity.
This 5 year old is drinking very nicely now. Spicy and Interesting on the finish with nice complexity.
A tasty everyday wine. Much better than their Cabernet Sauvignon.
14.5% alcohol by volume.
88 points.
$18.
This is a nice Zinfandel from Paso Robles. Showing red and black fruits with chocolate notes, coffee, cedar, vanilla, leather, spices and earth.
Dry on the palate and spicy.
Medium bodied with medium acidity.
This 5 year old is drinking very nicely now. Spicy and Interesting on the finish with nice complexity.
A tasty everyday wine. Much better than their Cabernet Sauvignon.
14.5% alcohol by volume.
88 points.
$18.
Drank 1/17/20. Tasting event. Tasting pour.
Wet rocks and black currant scents lead to sweet black cherry liquer and cherry cola on the palate. Sweet, fruit filled medium finish.
3/22/6/2/3 +50
Drank 1/17/20. Tasting event. Tasting pour.
Wet rocks and black currant scents lead to sweet black cherry liquer and cherry cola on the palate. Sweet, fruit filled medium finish.
3/22/6/2/3 +50
Truth & Valor – Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Paso Robles – California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Paso Robles’ warm climate and calcareous soils make it a hotspot for bold, plush Cabernets. Truth reflects the authenticity of the vineyard, while Valor honors the winemaker’s courage to let terroir shine with minimal intervention.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe blackcurrant, blackberry jam, and plum dominate, accented by mocha, vanilla, and baking spice from oak. Subtle notes of dried sage and graphite bring a savory undertone beneath the fruit.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and plush, with generous tannins wrapped in a velvety texture. Balanced by moderate acidity, the finish is long, ripe, and polished.
Food Pairings
Best with grilled ribeye, smoky BBQ brisket, or lamb chops. Also pairs beautifully with hearty pasta dishes or a wedge of aged Gouda.
Verdict
A bold yet polished Paso Robles Cabernet. Fruit-forward, structured, and satisfying — a wine that wears its California sunshine with pride. 🍷cheers!
Truth & Valor – Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Paso Robles – California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Paso Robles’ warm climate and calcareous soils make it a hotspot for bold, plush Cabernets. Truth reflects the authenticity of the vineyard, while Valor honors the winemaker’s courage to let terroir shine with minimal intervention.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe blackcurrant, blackberry jam, and plum dominate, accented by mocha, vanilla, and baking spice from oak. Subtle notes of dried sage and graphite bring a savory undertone beneath the fruit.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and plush, with generous tannins wrapped in a velvety texture. Balanced by moderate acidity, the finish is long, ripe, and polished.
Food Pairings
Best with grilled ribeye, smoky BBQ brisket, or lamb chops. Also pairs beautifully with hearty pasta dishes or a wedge of aged Gouda.
Verdict
A bold yet polished Paso Robles Cabernet. Fruit-forward, structured, and satisfying — a wine that wears its California sunshine with pride. 🍷cheers!
Nice nose with that’s fruit forward and you get that on taste of dark fruit on your 1st sip.
Nice nose with that’s fruit forward and you get that on taste of dark fruit on your 1st sip.
Nov 16th, 2024
Nice spiced berry nose of blackberry bramble, blueberry with notes of char, clove, and hints of brown sugar in the bouquet. Soft and smooth blackberry galette with weak black tea and a subtle spice on a medium long finish. Better on the second day, still holding up on the third. Great value, would buy again.
Nice spiced berry nose of blackberry bramble, blueberry with notes of char, clove, and hints of brown sugar in the bouquet. Soft and smooth blackberry galette with weak black tea and a subtle spice on a medium long finish. Better on the second day, still holding up on the third. Great value, would buy again.
Robust, full with strawberries and cherries with an almost Merlot-esque finish.
Robust, full with strawberries and cherries with an almost Merlot-esque finish.
Nov 6th, 2021
Price point wise it is what it is. Drinkable but not great.
Price point wise it is what it is. Drinkable but not great.
Sep 7th, 2021
Good drinkable Zin with typical notes of tobacco and pepper along with a slight hint of caramel to me.
Good drinkable Zin with typical notes of tobacco and pepper along with a slight hint of caramel to me.
Jun 27th, 2021