2013 Jovana Mt Veeder Red Wine
2013 Jovana Napa Valley Red Wine - 1.5L
Winemaker Notes
'The newest member of the Bougetz Cellars lineup is the 2013 Jovana Napa Valley Merlot/Cabernet Franc. A blend of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc, this wine demonstrates the strength of Cabernet Franc, while balanced adeptly with the allure of Merlot. Â Â Showing dark ruby color, blueberries and black cherries notes leap from the glass. The inviting nose is followed with a broad, juicy mid-palate that is kept in check with a fresh, clean finish. Very pleasing now, but will show even more with two to four years of cellaring.
Reviews
91 points/Gold Medal - San Diego State Fair Wine Competition89 points - Robert Parker/The Wine AdvocateThe 2013 Proprietary Red Jovana is a blend of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc aged 22 months in 50% new French oak. This is a real juicy, up-front, fruit-driven wine that's not terribly complex, but is satisfying. With good round, sweet tannin, medium to full body and a lush finish, this will be a crowd-pleaser. Drink over the next decade.
Harvest Notes
The 2013 harvest was very similar to 2012, both being the harvest that growers dream about. With bright sunshine through flowering and fruit set, followed by a warm and sunny summer, the vines were loaded with healthy and abundant clusters heading into veraison. The fruit for the 2013 Bougetz Cellars Jovana Merlot/Cabernet Franc was sourced with Merlot from the Oak Knoll District and Cabernet Franc from the Coombsville AVA.
Technical Information
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- Appellation: Mt Veeder
- Wine Type: Red
- Varietal Red Wine