Juslyn Vineyards

Greetings!
I was talking to the owner of Juslyn Vineyards the other day, and was reminded of how good the wines from this estate are. (If you don't believe me, I've copied Robert Parker's reviews and ratings for you)
Due to an extremely good relationship with their local distributor, the regular price on this wine is about $5 less than through the winery. (Through me it's even lower)


First, the Juslyn story:
In 1997, Perry and Carolyn Butler sold their computer business and founded Juslyn Vineyards on a site overlooking the renowned Spring Mountain Winery. (You might recognize the Spring Mountain estate from the opening shot of T.V.'s Falcon's Crest)
In 1998, they made their first vintage of Juslyn from grapes purchased from Andy Beckstoffer as they waited patiently for their own vines to mature. Their patience paid off in 2000, when they were able to harvest their estate for the first time to produce 80 cases of Spring Mountain cabernet sauvignon.
Since then, there has been no turning back. Perry and Carolyn have committed to making the best wine possible in the heart of Napa Valley's acclaimed Spring Mountain District and their wines have received 90+points from accredited publications like Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Wine and Spirits Magazine.

They will never have a huge production of wine, and the price will probably continue to climb as demand for this wine grows.
If you've never tried any of their wine, I suggest it's time you do!
To learn about the A-team making the wine, click on this link: https://www.juslynvineyards.com/index2.html

Now, here are some reviews from Robert Parker:
2003 Juslyn Sauvignon Blanc - 88 points "The crisp, French-styled 2003 Sauvignon Blanc is not put through malolactic, and spends time in both oak and stainless steel. Crisp, flinty, earthy, and well-delineated, it possesses a zesty, grapefruit-dominated personality. Enjoy it over the next 1-2 years." Incidentally, I think that Craig McLean is one of the best Sauvignon Blanc winemakers in California! ($24)

2001 Juslyn Proprietary Red Wine - 90 points "The 2001 Proprietary Red (which will be called Perry’s Blend beginning in 2002) comes from the Dr. Crane, To-Kalon, and George III vineyards. A blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc, it is performing better from bottle than it did from barrel. Its dark ruby/purple color is followed by a fragrant nose of blueberries, black currants, vanilla, and crushed rocks. Medium to full-bodied and elegant, with attractive layers of fruit, this beauty can be drunk young or cellared for 10-12 years." ($44)

2001 Juslyn Vineyard Select Cab Sauv - 91 points "The 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard Select is superior from bottle than it was from cask. A wine of balance and impeccable purity, it represents a California version of a fictional blend of a top-notch Pauillac and St.-Julien. A deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by aromas of black currants, earth, tobacco leaf, licorice, and plums, a sweet attack, a pure mid-section, and a medium to full-bodied, persistent finish displaying faultless harmony. It will drink well for 15 years." ($59)

2001 Juslyn Spring Mountain Estate Cab Sauv - 92 points "The 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain Estate offers an attractive but restrained bouquet of creme de cassis, licorice, crushed rocks, subtle oak, and background cherry scents. A superb, elegant example of what can be achieved in California, it possesses a Bordeaux-like personality superimposed upon the wonderful ripeness and purity of Napa Valley mountainside fruit. This beautifully made, structured Cabernet will benefit from 2-4 more years of bottle age. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2020." ($68)

The prices quoted are the lowest bottle price I can get, but there may be case discounts available...

If you'd like any of these wines, just let me know and I'll get them ordered for you. (I suggest a mixed case with three each for $585)

Once your wine has arrived at Houston Wine Merchant, I'll let you know and you can go and pick it up.
As always, thanks for your time, and enjoy your wine!
Cheers, Chuck