2009 Jordan Cabernet

A dramatic shift in fruit sources: just 22% estate fruit and 78% purchased fruit from southern Alexander Valley, in sites east of ​​Geyserville among mostly benchland and hillsides in the Russian River Valley. Winemaker Rob Davis made the most of the cool season, which saw some rain during harvest, and describes the more than 60 lots blended to produce this wine as some of their best ever. Dusty cherry, redcurrant, dried lilac and rose aromas, then a juicy palate with brisk acidity and almost imperceptible tannins, with more redcurrant flavours layered with blackberry, boysenberry and tobacco. An earthy finish offers pops of white pepper and dried florals. A sheer joy to drink.