Winemaker Notes
Inspired by Three Finger Jack’s daring character, this red bursts with unabashed fruit and a structure to be reckoned with. Polished tannins and saturated flavors of black plums and cherries spiced with coffee and black pepper let you know that this is not your ordinary Cabernet.
Serve with juicy steaks, lamb chops, rare burgers or aged cheeses.
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Tasting Panel
It was almost 100 years ago that Gaspare Indelicato, the founder of Delicato Family Wines, planted his first vines on Lodi’s east side; today, this wine represents the area’s rugged terrain. Three Finger Jack was a legendary outlaw who roamed the nearby Sierra Foothills during the Gold Rush. Packaged in an unusual, jug-style 750-mL bottle reminiscent of days gone by, this dynamic wine fits the personality of its namesake rogue. Aromas of brush and dark berries lead to a fleshy, full-bodied red with exacting acidity that keeps the fruit bold and fresh. Slick coffee-brandy notes finish with a streak of pepper.
Lodi is justifiably lauded for its old vine Zinfandels, but it is a production powerhouse when it comes to Cabernet Sauvignon. Lodi and its surrounding area (San Joaquin County) rank third in the state in acres planted to Cab, behind Napa and Paso Robles/San Luis Obispo County. But in total tons crushed Lodi is number one by a wide margin, surpassing Napa and Paso combined. In other words, Lodi produces more Cabernet Sauvignon than anywhere else in the U.S. This more volume-driven approach to viticulture makes possible the value-oriented bottlings that so many wine drinkers reach for on an everyday basis. These offer the varietal’s classic profile of dark fruit, oak influence, subtle herbal and green pepper notes and solid structure. Try Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon from wineries like Cosentino, Ironstone, Lapis Luna and The Federalist.