While a few isolated days reached or exceeded 100°F

destemmed all the fruit

Wine was dry farmed

It will probably approach drinkability in several years

Its firm acidity and tannin

2016 JONATA Desafio Oregon While a few isolated days80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc 548 Cases Produced "Another classic Jonata cabernet sauvignon with red fruit and fresh green herbs; cassis and the refined earthy qualities that make Jonata unique in this world. Focused and pure black fruit on the attack with an added intensity in 2016. A wine of tremendous freshness. Balsamic and tobacco. Like 95% cacao chocolate with hints of fresh mint. Power like the epic 2015,