Jordan Wines
I like the Jordans. They're lovely people with a lovely story about how they got into winemaking. They're an economist & a geologist & studied wine in California. I do like them. But I like their way with grapes more than any of that.
I like the Jordans. They're lovely people with a lovely story about how they got into winemaking. They're an economist & a geologist & studied wine in California. I do like them. But I like their way with grapes more than any of that.
WHITES:
- Jordan Riesling 2011: Lurking tropical fruit, slightly bitter. “ Real McCoy winemakers’ wine” (/)
- Jordan Sauvignon Blanc 2012: Tropical, pineappley, green pepper, hint of jasmine, very dry, candy
- Jordan The Outlier Sauvignon Blanc 2012: Buttered toast nose & taste, richer, wooded Chardonnay type, oaked, jasmine & honey, can be aged, good with smoked foods (*)
- Jordan Chardonnay 2011: Burnt pizza & pond, smooth, buttery. Top Chard in SA (*)
- Jordan CWG Auction Reserve Chardonnay 2011: Sweet, burnt pizza, strawberry nail varnish remover. Approx R500/bottle. Molasses, very rich
RED:
- Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2009: Maraschino cherries, well baked, sweetness, very smooth, soft, true cab, cucumber lurking, freshness, silky, concentrated Bovril/Marmite (**)
- Jordan Syrah 2009: Shiraz, spicy, smooth, fire time, softness, cotton wool, down duvets, richness
Extra drops of knowledge:
- Wines (whites) age well if oaked
- Barrels rolled vs whisking lees
- Tannin = dry mouth feeling
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