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— Kevin
the long game Fair warning, I have lot on my mind lately, and I’m feeling compelled to get my thoughts on paper. So, pour yourself a glass of wine and… continue
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2012 Aatto - 90 pts from Vinous
Vivid red. Fresh raspberry and floral oil scents are lifted by a note of white pepper. Silky and sweet, offering…continue
2012 i.p.o. - 90 pts from Vinous
Dark ruby. Smoke-accented aromas of cherry, cassis, pipe tobacco and violet, with a peppery nuance adding vibrancy. Juicy and focused…continue
2012 in the red - 90 pts from The Wine Advocate
Darker and more concentrated (than the AATTO), the 2012 In The Red checks in as a blend of 60% Syrah…continue
2012 in the red - 90 pts from Vinous
Vivid ruby-red. High-pitched aromas of fresh red and dark berries, with a sexy floral pastille nuance emerging as the wine…continue
2012 Lothario - 90 pts from The Wine Advocate
The 2012 Lothario is an interesting blend of nearly equal parts Grenache, Mourvedre and Zinfandel, all of which was aged…continue
2012 Lothario - 90 pts from Vinous
Brilliant red. Vibrant aromas of fresh raspberry and cherry, with suave floral and Asian spice nuances coming out as the…continue
2012 noir - 91 pts from Vinous
Bright purple. A heady, expansive bouquet displays scents of ripe blackcurrant, potpourri, woodsmoke and fruitcake. Allspice and cola qualities come…continue
2012 noir - 92 pts from The Wine Advocate
My favorite in the lineup, the 2012 Noir is a smoking blend of 89% Syrah and 11% Counoise that was…continue
2012 pas de deux - 90 pts from The Wine Advocate
The outstanding 2012 pas de deux (60/40 Grenache/ Syrah) is medium-bodied and juicy, with nicely integrated acidity giving lift to…continue
2012 pas de deux - 90 pts from Vinous
Deep red. Ripe red berries and musky flowers on the fragrant nose, with a hint of smokiness in the background.…continue
2012 pas de deux - 91 pts from Wine Enthusiast
The Westside Paso winery's name is Finnish for “the hill,” and that aspect delivers baked plums and strawberries, a touch…continue
2012 pas de deux - 93 pts from Purely Domestic Wine Report
Shows a beautiful raspberry nose with notes of garden blossoms and spice box. The palate is well focused, crisp, and…continue
2012 sisu - 91 pts from The Wine Advocate
Made from 52% Syrah, 25% Grenache and 23% Mourvedre, the 2012 Sisu is a classic Paso GSM blend that has…continue
2012 sisu - 91 pts from Vinous
Dark ruby. Sexy, smoke-tinged dark berry and cherry-cola aromas are lifted by a peppery note, with a suggestion of floral…continue
2012 sisu - 93 pts from Wine and Spirits
Look at this wine's labeled alcohol level (15.5%) and you might be suspicious, but taste the wine before you pass…continue
2012 sisu - 93 pts from Wine Enthusiast
This blend of 52% Syrah, 25% Grenache and 23% Mourvèdre is quite sultry on the nose, with crushed boysenberry, dried…continue
2012 vintage - Jeb Dunnuck, The Wine Advocate
This is a great lineup by winemaker Kevin Jussila. These wines have loads of character and always balance their richness…continue