"Rich, elegant and sophisticated, the wine opens up with lofty aromas of red and black fruits with hints of fresh tobacco, bittersweet chocolate, vanilla, and spicy oak. On the plate, the high- toned flavors of ripe plum, dark cherry, cassis and black currant are interlaced with distinctive notes of caramel, dried herbs and allspice. Top that off with firm tannins, vibrant acidity and solid length. The end result is a harmonious wine that has become even more charming, graceful and complex over the past decade."
Chris Sawyer - Cert Somm
Our flagship wine and Jeff's personal favorite is a well-balanced Cabernet blend. This full-bodied, deep ruby colored wine is big in style with a smooth, pleasing structure. Aromas of blackberry, plum and allspice yield to scrumptious flavors of dark fruits, chocolate and cassis with an undertone of vanilla oak. Our "Joy of Living" is a crowd-pleasing red wine that compliments a wide variety of dishes.
In French, “joie de vivre” refers to exuberance and enjoyment of life. For stock car legend Jeff Gordon and his wife Ingrid, one of these special moments came when their daughter Ella Sofia was born in 2007. So, to commemorate the spirit, personality and natural energy of their young girl, the family created this unique proprietary red blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 25% Syrah.
Food pairing with fine cuisine match these gracious flavors with aged gouda, stuffed mushrooms, grilled pork chops, gamy meats, and filet mignon with creamy horseradish.
