"In 1986, Judy Jordan founded J Vineyards & Winery in order to craft the varietal and sparkling wines that have since become the essence of Russian River Valley expression. This viticultural area runs west through Sonoma County, following the river as it winds around rolling hills and through rich benchlands before emptying into the Pacific Ocean. The region's unique topography creates a rich diversity of soils, and the cool coastal climate prolongs the growing season, making it one of only a few places on earth ideal for producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay." - from the website.
"Celebrating twenty years of winemaking excellence, J Cuvée 20 proudly displays an exceptional, stylish assemblage from the finest cool-climate vineyard sites in the Russian River Valley."
J supports sustainable farming practices that are environmentally sensitive and socially responsible by minimal use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers in our vineyards, making them an ideal winery to feature on the girl & the fig's wine list.
Winemaker: George Bursick
Appellation: Russian River ValleyBody: Medium
Alcohol: 12.5%
Tasting Notes:
This sparkling is 49% Chardonnay, 49% Pinot Noir, and 2% Meunier. With crisp lemon peel, honeysuckle, and delicate yeast aromas, this sparking opens into fuji apple and grapefruit, with toast, caramel and almond. There is just enough acidity to add a little citrus flavoring and a lush finish. This 90 point (Wine Enthusiast) rated wine pairs wonderfully with Kumamoto oysters.
"There is a slight bias to citrus and chalk here that reminds a bit of good Blanc de Blancs, and, if still fairly young and spry at its heart, the wine shows a nice measure of yeastiness that speaks to time en tirage . Enlivened by a mouthful of fine bubbles and very clean and crisp at the end, this one will work equally well as a foil to mild seafood preparations and as a taste-bud-awakening overture to special meals." Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine, Nov. 2008
