Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (75cl, 13.6%)

Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a Bordeaux-inspired red wine from Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, bottled at 13.6% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec. The young wines are combined in large upright oak vats before transfer to 100% French oak barrels for ageing, a practice the winery links to an integrated, seamless texture. The nose shows ripe black cherry, blackberry, graphite and violet, with cassis, cacao and anise. The palate is plush, with black and red fruits, white-peppered black raspberry, balsamic notes and subtle Italian herbs. The finish is medium-to-long, with Earl Grey tea character, oak spice and dried herbs.