2021 Jonata "El Desafio de Jonata", Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara County, California, USA

ABOUT THIS WINE

A blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Aged in 20 months in 80% new French oak, 20% twice used French oak, 225L. 

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Dedicated to expressing a range of red—and a handful of white—wines from its estate in the Central Coast of California’s Ballard Canyon appellation within Santa Ynez Valley, Jonata is one of a new breed of producers throughout the world who are thriving with a non-traditional amalgam of varieties and blends. With a commitment in particular to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, and informed by cutting edge viticulture, winemaking and a polyface approach to their estate, the Jonata wines are on the vanguard of an emerging quality movement in California winegrowing.