Justification exhibits the deep, ruby color of its predecessors. The nose possesses complex scents of pencil shavings and bittersweet chocolate. Fruit aromas range from dark black cherry to touches of bright cranberry. The mouth is medium to full body, with flavors closely echoing the aromas found in the nose. Overall, this wine is tightly wound at the present and will benefit from at least 4 to 7 years additional aging. Remember, this wine is unfiltered, so carefully decant any bottles cellared ...

Community Tasting Notes (average 90.9 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 14 notes)

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 157 on Feb-05

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 05/31/05