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Johnson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Region’s Pioneer & Founding the Winery
Frederick Spencer Johnson (1921-1998), grew up on the farm his father purchased. He served in World War II as a naval aviator, graduated from Cornell University in 1946, and then raised his family overseas while working for Nelson Rockefeller’s various agricultural endeavors. When Frederick Spencer returned to the farm in 1960 after his father died, he removed the aging fruit orchards and was first farmer or “pioneer” in Western New York to plant French-hybrid wine grapes in a region completely dominated by Concord and Labruscan juice grapes. His favorite French hybrid grape was Chancellor. Frederick Spencer opened the winery in 1961, receiving New York Farm Winery license #2.
Honoring Tradition
When Frederick Spencer’s children, Frederick, Jr., Elizabeth, and Anthony, inherited the farm in 1998, they oversaw winery operations, planting of new vineyards, construction of a finished goods warehouse, and the introduction of new wines, including fruit, sparkling, and ice wines. In 2010, Frederick Johnson, Jr., became owner of the farm and winery with his wife Jennifer. They completed a renovation of the tasting room in 2011, just in time for the winery’s celebration of its 50th anniversary. Johnson Estate Winery is now the oldest continuously operating estate winery in New York State.
This 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon has 0.6% residual sugar and 13% alcohol. The wine underwent split fermentation at 85°F followed by malolactic fermentation to enhance texture and balance. It pairs well with beef tenderloin and pork molé, and is best served at 60°F to showcase its full character. This vintage is made from grapes grown in Washington State, whose hot dry summers produce excellent fruit. This wine, with 13% alcohol, has high tannins with smoky oak and dark cherry flavors with a long and persistent finish. A robust wine!
Johnson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon shows a deep ruby color with garnet hues. The nose opens with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, layered with notes of cedar, vanilla, and subtle green pepper. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, offering flavors of ripe dark berries, plum, and hints of cocoa and spice, supported by structured tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is smooth and lingering, with touches of oak and dark fruit that add depth and elegance.
Johnson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Notes To Your Senses:
- APPEARANCE: Deep ruby
- AROMA: Abundant aromas of black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, layered with notes of cedar, vanilla, and subtle green pepper
- TASTE: Medium- to full-bodied, offering flavors of ripe dark berries, plum, and hints of cocoa and spice, supported by structured tannins and balanced acidity
- FINISH: Smooth and lingering, with touches of oak and dark fruit
- ABV: 13.5%
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