Cross J Vineyard Norton Fact Sheet

BLEND INFORMATION: The Norton grape is a true native American grape of the species vitis aestivalis and the official state grape of Missouri. Since the Norton grape evolved under midwestern, continental growing conditions, it is perfectly suited to our long, warm summers and cold winters. In addition, it is blessed with a natural resistance to all types of fungal disease. Our Estate Bottled Norton is produced from 100 percent estate-grown Norton grapes from our Cross J Vineyard. This small vineyard surrounds Jim and Betty Held's home on a stunning hilltop overlooking the Missouri River. Their goal with this vineyard is simple: to produce the finest wine possible. Careful fermentation on the skins is followed by 12 months of aging in European and American oak barrels. In contrast to our regular Estate Bottled Norton, we use a higher percentage of new and European oak in our Cross J Vineyard Norton. 460 cases produced.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION: Harvested October 2, 2005; Alcohol - 13%

TASTING INFORMATION: This unique single-vineyard Norton comes from our beautiful Cross J Vineyard high above the Missouri River; however, dramatic views of the river below are not all the vineyard produces. The 2005 Cross J Norton displays vibrant aromas of wild blackberries, chocolate and spice, framed by lovely toasty oak. This is a dry, full-bodied wine with a long lingering finish of black currants and sweet fruit. Utterly irresistible now, the 2005 Cross J Norton should continue to develop in the bottle for several years. Suggested Retail Price: $24.99 (750ml)


 

AWARDS:

Gold

2008 Grand Harvest Awards Wine Competition, CA

Silver

2007 National Norton Wine Competition, MO
2008 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition, FL
2008 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, TX
2008 San Diego International Wine Competition, CA
2008 Pacific Rim International Wine Competition, CA
2008 International Eastern Wine Competition, NY
2008 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition, CA
2008 Indy International Wine Competition, IN
2008 Mid-American Wine Competition, IA

Bronze

2008 Riverside International Wine Competition, CA
2008 San Francisco International Wine Competition, CA

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