Winemaker Note

Last Tasted: November 10, 2017

Concentrated aromas of black cherry, black berry and cassis leap from the glass. Continuing to showcase a great structure and polished tannins, the 1999 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon wine is rich and silky on the palate, showing layer upon layer of dark fruit flavors integrated with smooth tannins and an attractive freshness for its age. Fresh and bright out of the bottle.

Harvest Notes

The 1999 vintage marks the first harvest of our hillside vineyards. Grapes from these higher elevations produce complex flavors, lower yields, and enhanced structure for aging. The long, mild growing season forced a long hang-time, allowing the grapes to retain a high level of acidity and varietal fruit character while keeping sugar levels low. Tasting Notes While the brick-red rim and sediment in the bottle show evidence of maturity, the overall brightness and lack of any significant rim separation from the garnet core of medium intensity are evidence that this vintage is not over the hill. Dried versions of the cassis and black cherry primary fruit characteristics and a hint of vanilla oak remain on the nose, intermingling with an attractive bouquet of tea leaf, tobacco, leather and autumn spices. The full-bodied, glycerol mouth feel is proof of the grape quality, , and a lively acidity balanced by a firm tannic backbone carries the whole experience through the long finish.