Jaxon Keys
Jaxon Keys produces wines from California's North Coast, a region defined by its maritime influence and volcanic soils. The winery focuses on bold red varieties suited to the area's warm days and cooling coastal breezes. Norma's Vineyard Michael's Reserve Primitivo, rated 92 by Wine Enthusiast, showcases the dark-skinned Italian varietal in a North Coast expression. The Allie Keys Vineyard Petite Sirah, rated 91, draws on the region's strength with this structured, deeply colored grape. Farmhouse Red, a blend of Petite Sirah, Shiraz/Syrah, Grenache, and Zinfandel, rated 89, demonstrates the winery's approach to combining complementary varieties. Each wine reflects the North Coast's capacity for ripe, concentrated fruit balanced by the moderating influence of the Pacific.
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Wine Enthusiast