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Tasting Notes

Surprisingly youthful. Concentrated black fruit aromas with a hint of tobacco open to a silky palate with layers of blackberries, nice acidity and soft tannins all in balance. Expected to be an early maturing vintage, 2003 continues to defy aging with its elegance and seamless balance. Enjoy now through 2028 in 750mL and magnum bottles.

Last Tasted

September 7, 2018

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• Harvest Dates: September 16-October 15, 2003
• Vineyards: Jordan Estate and family growers
• Fermentation: After four days of extended skin contact and 11 days of primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation for four weeks in large, upright oak tanks
• Aging: Aged in 68% French and 32% American oak barrels (38% new oak: 59% French and 41% American) for 12 months, and in large, upright oak tanks for an additional three months. After a total of 18 months in oak, the wine was bottled and held for another 17 months prior to release.
• Varietal Info: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc
• Appellation: Alexander Valley
• Final Analysis: Alcohol: 13.5%; T.A.: 0.67 g/100mL; pH: 3.54; R.S.: 0.54 g/L
• Bottling Dates: July 6–August 8, 2005
• Release Date: January 1, 2007