2021 | Jonata 'El Alma de Jonata' | Ballard Canyon Revolver Wine Company tea leaves and dark chocolate

tea leaves and dark chocolate on the nose

with 17% raised in barrels

The palate is precise and polished

The same fruit is echoed on the palate with mineral notes on the finish

2021 | Jonata 'El Alma de Jonata' | Ballard Canyon Revolver Wine Company tea leaves and dark chocolateOne 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