2021 | Jonata 'El Alma de Jonata' | Ballard Canyon Bordeaux Blend toasted spice and licorice aromas

toasted spice and licorice aromas and flavors in a medium to full-bodied

dried herb and mint

a powerful dry Smaragd Riesling from the meticulous Leo Alzinger

this wine proves that not all Prosecco are the same

2021 | Jonata 'El Alma de Jonata' | Ballard Canyon Bordeaux Blend toasted spice and licorice aromasOne of my favorite cuves from this estate, the 2021 El Alma De Jonata checks in as 80% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Reminding me of a great vintage of Chteau Figeac, it has a gorgeous perfume of red and black fruits, spring flowers, lead pencil, and smoked tobacco. With medium to full body, gorgeously polished, integrated tannins, and an incredible finish, it already offers pleasure yet will ideally be hidden in the cellar