This Pinot Noir has a variety of aromas, including ripe dark cherries, lingonberries, plums, spices such as cloves, and Chinese tea, and is very mellow and rich.
The predominant flavor is that of ripe berries, with subtle sweet-bitter flavors such as bitter chocolate providing a pleasant accent.
Complex and rich, with plenty of tannins and a long finish.
Released in 1986 by Judy Jordan, the daughter of Tom Jordan, owner of Jordan Winery, one of the most popular wines in the United States, "J" quickly became a hugely popular wine across the United States.
The exquisite sparkling wines and high-quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are produced through environmentally friendly, sustainable farming practices.
In recent years, the winery has also focused on improving the quality of its still wines, a challenge it has faced, and has made numerous improvements to everything from tailoring and clone selection to grape maturity and brewing methods.
With each passing year, new and more sophisticated styles are being established.