The 2021 Carménère was aged in a combination of new and used Hungarian oak barrels. This approach highlights the wine's intense fruit flavors while adding complexity and structure through carefully integrated oak influence.

This new vintage of a classic JB wine is especially dry on the nose. There is a little spice up front with the striking aroma of peppercorn.

The finish is a little sweeter and a tad tangy from dark and rich notes of raspberry, sour cherry, and mocha.

The JB Carménère 2021 displays an alluring deep ruby color with hints of purple, indicative of the wine's intensity and concentration.

This powerful Carménère pairs beautifully with a variety of robust, flavorful dishes, particularly those featuring grilled or braised meats, such as steak, lamb, or pork. Its earthy and spicy notes also complement dishes with bold spices or rich sauces, such as barbecued ribs, spicy sausage, or eggplant Parmesan.

The JB Carménère 2021 has excellent aging potential, thanks to its firm tannins, intense flavors, and well-integrated oak. This wine can be enjoyed in its youth for its vibrant fruit and bold character, but it will also reward those who cellar it for 5-8 years or even longer. As the wine ages, it will develop additional complexity and smoothness, with the fruit flavors evolving and secondary notes of tobacco, leather, and cedar becoming more prominent.

The 2021 harvest for our JB Carménère was marked by favorable growing conditions and meticulous attention to detail in the vineyard. The Carménère grapes were hand-harvested in late October, ensuring optimal ripeness and the preservation of the grape's distinctive varietal character. Once in the winery, the grapes were carefully sorted, destemmed, and fermented to create this bold and intriguing wine.

Experience the allure of our JB Carménère 2021 and discover the remarkable depth and character that make this wine a truly exceptional expression of Virginia's adoption of a unique varietal.