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Wine & Spirits

Top 100 Winery

August 2022

Wine & Spirits features Jordan as a Top 100 Winery of 2022.

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast Buying Guide

October 2022

Wine Enthusiast reviews and awards 90 points to the Jordan 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon.

San Francisco Magazine

Good Steward

August 2022

Jordan winery celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022, and it has marked the occasion with everything from special bottle releases to social impact dinners.

Modern Luxury Manhattan

Jordan's Winemaker Talks The Brand's 50th

August 2022

Maggie Kruse is part of a rare winemaking transition at Jordan Winery, which celebrates 50 years in 2022.

Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

Haute in Healdsburg

August 2022

Angela Caraway-Carlton explores the highlights of Healdsburg from farm-to-table cuisine to luxury accommodation to world-class wineries.

Brides

How to Plan a Healdsburg Honeymoon

July 2022

Plan a dream honeymoon in the quintessential California wine destination, Healdsburg.

Wine & Spirits

Class of ’72

July 2022

The 1972 vintage provided a significant yield in northern California: new wineries were founded that continue to impact and influence the market for the region’s wines.

The Black Dress Traveler

Will Travel for Wine

July 2022

Wanda Mann travels to Jordan Winery to celebrate their 50th anniversary.

Forbes

Tasting History in a Glass

July 2022

Celebrating five decades of fine winemaking, six historic wineries from the Class of 1972 celebrated their 50th anniversary with a tasting at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone.

The Black Dress Traveler

The Class of 1972 Celebrates 50 Years

July 2022

Six trailblazing Napa & Sonoma wineries founded in 1972 gathered for a celebratory 50th anniversary tasting, organized by Jordan.

Wine Business Monthly

Jordan Celebrates 50 Years of Hospitality

July 2022

Jordan celebrates their 50th anniversary in 2022 with a robust DTC program and renovated Healdsburg estate.

Food & Wine

What's Your Chardonnay?

March 2022

Ray Isle names Jordan 2019 Russian River Chardonnay as one of the most finely balanced, nuanced and age-worthy chardonnays.

Press Release

Jordan marks 50th anniversary with social impact summer

March 2022

Working with the John Jordan Foundation, the Sonoma-based winery will kick off a summer of philanthropic events to benefit nonprofits nationwide.

Sonoma Magazine

Sonoma Destinations Celebrate Milestones

March 2022

Jordan Winery in Healdsburg celebrates its 50th birthday this year, along with the 10th anniversary of the John Jordan Foundation.

Hollywood Reporter

Reasons to Visit Napa and Sonoma

March 2022

California’s beloved wine destinations have more to offer than ever before when it comes to world-class hotels and dynamic food.

San Francisco Chronicle

13 Wineries Where the Food is as Ambitious as the Wine

March 2022

Food is incorporated into every experience at Jordan Winery, a classic French-inspired hideaway in Alexander Valley.

San Francisco Chronicle

Wine Tastings with Wellness Activities

February 2022

In celebration of Earth Week, Jordan Winery will host three hiking excursions across its 1,200 acre Alexander Valley estate.

PaperCity Magazine

Guide to Healdsburg's Wine & Food Marvels

February 2022

Georgie Miller reports on the most underrated food and wine experiences in Healdsburg, including an overnight stay and tasting experience at Jordan Winery.

Pursuitist

Super Bowl Tailgate Party of the Year

February 2022

Will Blackmon, former NFL player and founder of The Wine MVP, hosts the Super Bowl party of the year with Jordan wines at L'Ermitage Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Locale Magazine

California Wine Country's Hidden Gem

February 2022

Spend a relaxing weekend in Healdsburg with a luxe stay at the Montage and a French-inspired wine pairing at Jordan Winery.

Wine Enthusiast

Buying Guide: Cabernet Sauvignon

February 2022

Wine Enthusiast includes the 2017 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon in the February Buying Guide.

San Francisco Magazine

Top California Road Trip Destinations

January 2022

Michael McCarthy and Misty Milioto round up the best road trip destinations to hit in 2022, including a visit and stay at Jordan Winery's remodeled chateau suites.

Press Release

Jordan Appoints International Export Director

January 2022

Ashley Cesario, Eastern U.S. Regional Sales Director, will assume an expanded role as Eastern U.S. & Export Sales Director, effective this month.

SevenFifty Daily

The California Merlot Crisis

January 2022

Sophia McDonald interviews winemaker Maggie Kruse about an unexpected challenge facing Sonoma County vintners.

VinePair

Sonoma’s Turn for the Spotlight

January 2022

Sonoma's Alexander Valley is churning out bright, elegant, superbly balanced cabernets to rival those of neighboring Napa.

Robb Report

Get Active in Wine Regions Around the World

January 2022

Take a four-mile hike across a sprawling, 1,200-acre estate marked by rolling hills in Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley.

Advantage Magazine

The Best Spots to Stop for a Tipple

January 2022

Discover an Epicurean excursion at Jordan Winery's Alexander Valley estate in Healdsburg.

Park Cities People

European Vibin’ in Healdsburg

December 2021

Even the most seasoned wine sippers cannot deny the elegant presence of the ivy-covered Jordan Estate château.

Forbes

Maggie Kruse Leads Next Evolution

December 2021

Fate brings Midwestern winemaker, Maggie Kruse, to Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Luxury Magazine

What's Next in Food & Drink

December 2021

A December round-up of Jordan Estate Rewards perks, including overnight stays in the estate’s chateau suites.

Wine Enthusiast

2021 Best of Year Buying Guide

November 2021

Wine Enthusiast includes Jordan 2019 Chardonnay in this year’s Best of 2021 Buying Guide.

Wine & Spirits

Year's Best Cabernets

November 2021

Wine & Spirits includes 2017 and 2015 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon on their list of the Year’s Best U.S. Cabernets.

Decanter Magazine

Jordan Vineyard & Winery: Producer Profile

October 2021

Jonathan Cristaldi pays Jordan a visit to find out about new winemakers and vineyards and tastes mini verticals of the wines.

The Nob Hill Gazette

Design Spotlight: Suite Service

November 2021

France and family factor into the revival of a guest experience in the hills of Healdsburg.

Napa Valley Register

Vineyards Attract Beneficial Insects

November 2021

Life is abuzz at Jordan Vineyard & Winery in Alexander Valley after the company pursued an extensive pollinator garden project.

Thrillist

Perfect Fall Road Trips

October 2021

When you need a break from San Francisco, head north and start your getaway in Healdsburg at Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

The New York Times

‘Regenerative Agriculture’ Is the Next Big Thing

October 2021

An increasing number of Sonoma County’s winegrowers are going beyond sustainability, including Jordan Winery’s pollinator sanctuaries.

Marin Magazine

What’s New in Healdsburg

September 2021

Lotus Abrams and Christina Mueller suggest visiting and staying overnight in the newly remodeled guest suites at Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Locale

A West-Coaster’s Guide to Fall Foliage

September 2021

Taylor Gorski recommends five places for Californians to see the changing leaves of autumn, including Healdsburg and Jordan Winery.

Sonoma Magazine

The Best Wineries in Sonoma for Seeing Fall Colors

October 2021

Linda Murphy highlights a dozen wineries with great October visuals to go with the vino, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

The Press Democrat

Travel to Europe without Leaving Wine Country

October 2021

Peg Melnik suggests visiting these six wineries to take in the beauty of Europe on this side of the pond, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Press Release

2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner

July 2021

Jordan Vineyard & Winery qualifies for TripAdvisor’s 2021 Travelers’ Choice Award. Based on a full year of reviews, award winners are recognized for consistently receiving great traveler feedback, placing them in the top 10% of hospitality businesses around the globe.

SevenFifty Daily

How Farming with Horses Makes Better Wine

September 2021

Sophia McDonald digs into the science behind horses’ impact on soil and vineyard health, including an interview with Jordan Winery’s Brent Young.

Via Magazine

5 Cozy Fall Destinations in the West

September 2021

Megan McCrea highlights her favorite spots around the West to embrace autumn pleasures, including Sonoma County.

Chairish

Paying Homage To The Old World With Maria Haidamus

September 2021

Alicia Mies interviews Maria Haidamus, interior designer for the newly remodeled Jordan Winery Suites, about the renovation project and the enduring allure of antiques.

Veranda

10 Beautiful Wineries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Sonoma

August 2021

Lauren Wicks highlights a few of Sonoma's best and most beautiful wine estates to visit on your next trip to Northern California, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

World’s Best Vineyards

World’s Best Vineyards 2021 51-100 List

September 2021

The 2021 51-100 list includes legendary wineries in California, Italy, and France, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Spaces

Be Enchanted by This Hotel’s French-Chateau Style

September 2021

Lotus Abrams shares designer Maria Haidamus’ favorite design elements from the Jordan Winery suites design.

USA Today

30 of the Most Adorable Wine Dogs

August 2021

Robin Raven features her top 30 winery dogs from across the United States, including Jordan Winery’s Bismarck.

Thrillist

How To Feel Like You’re on a European Vacation in the Bay...

September 2021

Brittany Anas suggests 12 experiences in and around the Bay Area that will whisk you away to Europe (at least in your mind), including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Into Wine

2019 Jordan Chardonnay Resembles the Best of Chablis

September 2021

Michael Cervin tastes the newly released 2019 Jordan Chardonnay, noting that “this is a little lighter, brighter and livelier than past vintages.”

Sonoma Magazine

An Art Lover’s Guide to Sonoma County

August 2021

Pair good food and wine with fine art at Dana Rebmann’s suggested galleries, hotels, restaurants and wineries, including Jordan.

Forbes

8 Amazing Outdoor Experiences That You Can Have At Wineries

August 2021

Brittany Anas suggests these spectacular outdoor experiences that you can have at wineries, including vineyard hikes at Jordan Vineyard & Winery

Wine & Spirits

Year’s Best Chardonnays

October 2021

Wine & Spirits includes 2019 Jordan Chardonnay in their list of the Year’s Best U.S. Chardonnays.

Christy Canterbury MW

Sonoma’s Reliable Class Act with an Invigorated Cabernet

August 2021

“As ever, the Jordan Chardonnay wildly over-delivers in quality and price,”...while the Jordan Cabernet...“is surely the prettiest new release,” states Christy Canterbury MW.

Business Insider

How California wineries are surviving a record-hot summer

August 2021

Amber Gibson delves into how winemakers across Northern California have been dealing with extreme heat waves this summer, including an interview with Jordan’s Brent Young on fire mitigation.

DuJour

Room Request! The Chateau Suites at Jordan Winery

August 2021

Hannah Huber features Jordan Winery’s expert renovation, which melded Louis-era antiques with a clean, modern design for a new twist on the classic French chateau.

The Somm Journal

Jordan Winery Acquires Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard

May 2021

Jordan Vineyard & Winery announces the purchase of Meola Vineyard in Alexander Valley, California, just north of the town of Geyserville.

7x7

Posh Chateau Life Redefines the Ubiquitous Wine Club

August 2021

Shoshi Parks and Jess Lander detail the next-level experiences available to members of Jordan Winery’s loyalty program, Jordan Estate Rewards.

Press Release

Incoming John Jordan Foundation Executive Director Announced

August 2021

John Jordan has selected Katie Fonsen Young as the incoming Executive Director of the John Jordan Foundation.

California Home + Design

Designer Channels French-Chateau Sophistication

August 2021

Michelle Konstantinovsky details Jordan Winery’s updated suites designed by Maria Haidamus.

Healdsburg is Heavenly

The Best Healdsburg Wineries in 2021

August 2021

Among Healdsburg’s top wineries, these have the finest wines, architecture, ambiance, vineyard views, and serenely luxurious settings, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

MSN News

10 Beautiful Wineries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Sonoma

August 2021

Lauren Wicks highlights a few of Sonoma’s best and most beautiful wine estates to visit on your next trip to Northern California, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Sonoma Magazine

You Can Spend the Night at This Sonoma Winery Chateau

August 2021

Dana Rebmann gives readers a first look at the guest suites at Jordan Vineyard & Winery following a $1 million renovation.

Reader’s Digest

The 25 Best Wineries in the U.S.

August 2021

Katy Spratte Joyce recommends the best wineries for the perfect weekend escape, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

The Gourmet Insider

Cutting Edge Wine Clubs

July 2021

Devin Parr highlights a growing cohort of offbeat and non-traditional wine clubs and subscription services, including Jordan Winery’s loyal program: Jordan Estate Rewards.

Modern Farmer

Jordan Winery’s Fire Crew of Cattle

July 2021

Lindsay Campbell highlights how grazing cattle on Californian vineyards and farms can help battle wildfires, including an interview with Jordan Winery’s Brent Young.

Press Release

Jordan Winery Completes Major Suites Renovation

July 2021

Interior designer Maria Haidamus leads the first remodel since original construction in the 1970s.

Wine Enthusiast

How to Make Wine Travel More Sustainable

June 2021

Lauren Mowery suggests wine travel choices that are eco-friendly, such as visiting the pollinator habitats during Jordan Winery’s seasonal Vineyard Hikes.

Virtuoso Life Magazine

Hurrah for Healdsburg

July 2021

Kimberley Lovato encourages readers to enjoy Healdsburg’s casual wine country lifestyle, including a visit to Jordan Winery’s Paris on the Terrace lunch.

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MSN News

10 Summer Weekend Getaways from SF That You Should Book R...

June 2021

Allison McCarthy shares her ten best summer weekend trips from SF (plus one staycation option), from shortest to longest drive.

Wine-Searcher

The World’s Most Wanted Cabernets

May 2021

Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon remains in the top 10 of The World's Most Wanted Cabernet Sauvignons on Wine-Searcher.

Thrillist

8 Sonoma Wineries That Are Worth the Drive From SF

June 2021

Jordan Winery makes Daisy Barringer’s list of her eight favorite Sonoma wineries, where you’ll find excellent wine, unique experiences, and in a few instances, gourmet food to complement it all.

Press Release

Jordan Winery Purchases Meola Vineyard

May 2021

This cabernet sauvingon vineyard acquisition marks the winery’s first land purchase in Sonoma County since 1974.

The Tasting Panel

Greatest Evolution

January 2021

Meridith May touts Jordan Winery as the “Greatest Evolution” as Maggie Kruse completes a full year as Head Winemaker.

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The Tasting Panel

Discerning Palates

March 2021

Winemaker Maggie Kruse presented the 2018 Chardonnay and 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon during SommCon’s first Virtual Buyer’s Forum.

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Marin Living

Pollinators Find a New Home in Healdsburg Sanctuary

May 2021

Jordan Winery is becoming the largest and most diverse pollinator sanctuary in the country.

Press Release

2021 Events Calendar Announcement

April 2021

Jordan Winery unveils new dinner parties, outdoor lunches and renovated tasting spaces.

Press Release

Jordan Winery Plants Pollinator Sanctuaries

March 2021

Jordan Vineyard & Winery announces a multi-year planting program to turn acres of non-native grassland into preserved habitat for vital pollinators, including the at-risk Western Monarch butterfly, native bees and other insects.

Departures

Wine and Spirits Brands Leading the Charge in Sustainability

April 2021

Katie Kelly Bell presents wine and spirits brands that go that extra solar-powered mile to ensure their products are sustainable, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery.

Wine Spectator

Jordan Provides a Home for Threatened Butterflies

April 2021

Sonoma’s Jordan winery establishes sanctuaries to support western monarchs, native bees and other pollinators

Sonoma Magazine

Sip Wine Along the Trail On Guided Spring Hikes in Sonoma...

April 2021

Dana Rebbmann highlights local wineries and hotels are offering guided hikes, including Jordan Vineyard & Winery

Forbes

Winery Fights To Save The Bees And Butterflies

March 2021

Jordan created a multi-year planting program which will turn acres of non-native grassland into preserved habitat for vital pollinators.

Wine & Spirits

Top 50 Wines of 2020

April 2021

In the 32nd annual Restaurant Poll, Jordan is recognized as one of only four wineries who had made the Top 50 list every year for the last decade.

KPIX 5 CBS

Winery Creates Butterfly Sanctuary

March 2021

Jordan begins multi-year program to create habitat for at-risk pollinators.

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North Bay Bohemian

Jordan Cabernet Wins Best of 2021 Award

March 2021

Readers of the North Bay Bohemian awarded Jordan Cabernet as the Best Cabernet in The Best of Awards for 2021.

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The Wall Street Journal

This California Winery Doubles as a Butterfly Sanctuary

March 2021

As if you needed another excuse to wile away the afternoon at Jordan Vineyard & Winery, one of the most picturesque spots in the valley now hosts a pollinator refuge too.

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The Washington Post

Some Wineries Quickly Adapted to the Market Change

March 2021

Dave Mcintyre highlights how the pandemic changed the wine market, including an interview with Jordan Vineyard & Winery CEO John Jordan.

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Sonoma Magazine

14 of the Most Instagrammable Wineries in Sonoma County

March 2021

Jordan Winery in Alexander Valley has everything you need for your Instagram feed: a grand French-style chateau covered in ivy, expansive views, a chef’s garden, and wine tastings with hors d’oeuvre pairings.

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Winecountry.com

12 Excellent Wine Clubs for the Wine Enthusiast

March 2021

More of a loyalty program than a traditional wine club, Jordan Estate Rewards allows customers to accrue points that can be redeemed for exclusive food and wine experiences.

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The Tasting Panel

The Class of 2020 Takes a Bow

January 2021

Jordan Winery is highlighted as the greatest evolution with the debut of Maggie Kruse as head winemaker.

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Press Release

2020 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner

July 2020

Jordan Vineyard & Winery qualifies for TripAdvisor’s 2020 Travelers’ Choice Award. Based on a full year of reviews, award winners are recognized for consistently receiving great traveler feedback, placing them in the top 10% of hospitality businesses around the globe.

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Decanter

Optimistic 2020 Harvest, Despite Early Wine Country Fire

August 2020

Chris Mercer details the initial thoughts of the 2020 harvest as firefighters report progress in their efforts to contain the latest wildfires. Jordan Winemaker Maggie Kruse and Vineyard Manager Dana Grande have experienced smoke-free fruit with bright flavors and acidity for Jordan Chardonnay.

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Yahoo! Finance

CA winery owner reveals ‘the real damage to our economy’ ...

September 2020

Jordan Winery Owner John Jordan joins Yahoo Finance’s Akiko Fujita to discuss how the California wildfires are impacting local businesses in the region.

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Grape Collective

California’s Next Generation Lead Women Winemakers

September 2020

Lucia and John Gilbert illuminate lead women winemakers and document promising changes in the industry, including Jordan Winemaker Maggie Kruse.

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MarCom Awards

Jordan named Platinum Winner for Invitation Design in the...

October 2020

Based on the evaluation of the MarCom Awards judges, Jordan Vineyard and Winery receives a Platinum award for the 2020 Halloween at Jordan invitation.

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Houston Style Magazine

Sonoma County through the glass of Jordan Vineyard & Winery

October 2020

Reginald Dominique highlights Jordan Vineyard & Winery, as he documents his most recent visit to Healdsburg.

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Travel Awaits

4 Amazing Outdoor Wine Adventures In Sonoma County

November 2020

Heide Brandes recommends four amazing outdoor wine adventures to try in Sonoma County, including Jordan Winery’s Vineyard Hike and Paris on the Terrace.

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Wine Enthusiast

Editors’ Choice

November 2020

Virginie Boone reviews the 2018 Jordan Chardonnay, noting “...Green apple, pear and crushed rock tones combine effortlessly, boosted by fresh, lasting acidity.”

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Sonoma Magazine

Jordan Cabernet Named Top 100 Wine

November 2020

Linda Murphy notes her top 100 wines made in Sonoma County for 2020, including the 2016 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon.

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In The News

Top 100 Winery

August 2022

2021 Best of Year Buying Guide

November 2021

Jordan Vineyard & Winery: Producer Profile

October 2021

Top 100 Winery

August 2022

Wine Enthusiast Buying Guide

October 2022

Good Steward

August 2022

Jordan's Winemaker Talks The Brand's 50th

August 2022

Haute in Healdsburg

August 2022

How to Plan a Healdsburg Honeymoon

July 2022

Class of ’72

July 2022

Will Travel for Wine

July 2022

Tasting History in a Glass

July 2022

The Class of 1972 Celebrates 50 Years

July 2022

Jordan Celebrates 50 Years of Hospitality

July 2022

What's Your Chardonnay?

March 2022

Jordan marks 50th anniversary with social impact summer

March 2022

Sonoma Destinations Celebrate Milestones

March 2022

Reasons to Visit Napa and Sonoma

March 2022

13 Wineries Where the Food is as Ambitious as the Wine

March 2022

Wine Tastings with Wellness Activities

February 2022

Guide to Healdsburg's Wine & Food Marvels

February 2022

Super Bowl Tailgate Party of the Year

February 2022

California Wine Country's Hidden Gem

February 2022

Buying Guide: Cabernet Sauvignon

February 2022

Top California Road Trip Destinations

January 2022

Jordan Appoints International Export Director

January 2022

The California Merlot Crisis

January 2022

Sonoma’s Turn for the Spotlight

January 2022

Get Active in Wine Regions Around the World

January 2022

The Best Spots to Stop for a Tipple

January 2022

European Vibin’ in Healdsburg

December 2021

Maggie Kruse Leads Next Evolution

December 2021

What's Next in Food & Drink

December 2021

2021 Best of Year Buying Guide

November 2021

Year's Best Cabernets

November 2021

Jordan Vineyard & Winery: Producer Profile

October 2021

Design Spotlight: Suite Service

November 2021

Vineyards Attract Beneficial Insects

November 2021

Perfect Fall Road Trips

October 2021

‘Regenerative Agriculture’ Is the Next Big Thing