Jordan Cabernet Sonoma

Description

The 2012 vintage validates our decision to elevate the blackfruitintensityinthewineswithoutabandoningourhousestyle. I didnt think a wine like this was possible for Jordan twenty years ago. Our 2012 is one of the most complex, balanced Jordan Cabernet Sauvignons Ive ever tasted upon release.Rob Davis, winemakerWinemakers Tasting Notes Concentrated aromas of blackberries and black cherries with an inviting hintofcedar.Thewinessilkypalateislongandexpansive,boastingabeautifulbalanceofblackfruitandfinetanninstructure.Itsfinishislively,lingeringandlacedwithasweetnessoffruit.Adeliciouslyseductive wine to be enjoyed now or cellared through 2028. Decant for 60 to 90 minutes to elevate aromas and flavors.Chefs Pairing Suggestions The 2012 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignons luscious fruit, round structure and lower alcohol make it a versatile companion at the dinner table. ThiswinesFrenchoakaginghelpscomplementgrilledfare,suchaslamb, steak, pork or chicken, and its dark fruit flavors will stand up to richer dishes, such as veal tenderloin with a wine sauce, mushroom risottoorduckconfit.Itsmediumbodyhighlightslighterdishesas wellthink spiced ahi tuna, grilled steak salad and charcuterie.Vineyards More than 60 vineyard blocks from Jordan Estate and 16 family growers.Fermentation Lots kept separate by vineyard; 12 days extended maceration; every lot reevaluated after primary fermentation; malolactic fermentation completed in upright oak casks before assemblage to create our barrel blend.Cooperages Five French and three American barrel coopers selected based on blind tastings and vintage flavor profile; primarily medium toast.Ageing 69% French and 31% American oak barrels for 12 months; 41% new oak consisted of 73% French, 27%American.SelectionPost malolactic fermentation, individual lots were blind tasted and ranked, then assembled into our barrel blend. After one year in barrels, the barrel blend was reassessed and only top lots were combined for the final master blend. – Jordan Vineyard & Winery