Winemaker Ben Jordan thinks Virginia winemaking has come a long way thanks to two grape varieties

Ben Jordan oversees all aspects of winemaking, vineyards and production at Early Mountain Vineyards near the Shenandoah in Virginia. While his background is in fine arts, Ben has been able to put together an impressive winemaking resume with positions at popular wineries in Sonoma County, as well as the general manager and winemaker with Michael Shaps Wineworks in Virginia. Ben brings to Early Mountain a philosophy of crafting high-quality wines from grape varieties that showcase a commitment to the vineyard and the expression of place. Drink in this episode with the very pragmatic Ben Jordan.

Wines tasted in this episode:

2019 Early Mountain Vineyards Petit Manseng

2019 Early Mountain Vineyards Quaker Run Cabernet Franc

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