wines by jesse k atz

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W I N E S B Y J E S S E K AT Z
ABOUT
J E S S E K AT Z
Jesse’s focus is on creating the
wines for his two brands,
Aperture Cellars and Devil
Proof Vineyards. Aperture
Jesse Katz’s love and respect for the great wine houses and winemaking
regions of the world was shaped well before he began making wine. Following
the renowned work of his photographer father Andy Katz, Jesse traveled with
him to countless countries, instilling in him a great love for travel, culture, and
appreciation for the importance of local terroir. It was playing in the vineyards
of Château Mouton, Rothschild and Argiano, and exploring the cellars of
Cellars, a collaborative project
Sassicaia and Domaine Leflaive, that first fostered his passion for the craft and
with his photographer father
the industry.
Andy, focuses on Bordeaux
varietals and demonstrates an
expression of art both inside
the bottle and out. Devil Proof
Vineyards, Jesse’s flagship
After working as a Lab Assistant at Fess Parker Winery in Los Olivos when
he was 18, Jesse’s desire to become a winemaker was solidified. He was inspired
by the complex relationship between unpredictable nature and precise science
and as a result, dedicated his studies to the practice. Jesse graduated from
Fresno State University, where he received a full-tuition scholarship, with a
Bachelors of Science degree in Enology and a minor in Chemistry.
Following his graduation, Jesse immersed himself in the hands-on work of
wine, is a single vineyard, dry
winemaking, studying and practicing in varied terroirs, and under
farmed 100% Malbec from
phenomenally talented and well-respected leaders of the industry. Working two
Alexander Valley.
Vinding-Diers at Bodega Noemia in Patagonia and with Paul Hobbs of Viña
vintages a year, Jesse spent time in Argentina learning from Hans
Cobos in Mendoza. In California he worked with Bob Foley at Hourglass and
Robert Foley and alongside famed winemaker Andy Erickson at the highly
Continued
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ABOUT
esteemed cult winery Screaming Eagle.
Returning to the Alexander Valley area, Jesse was offered a prestigious
position at Lancaster Estate Winery and Roth Estate, making him the youngest
head Winemaker in the US at the time. He dedicated himself to working
exclusively with their 52 acres of meticulously maintained Bordeaux varietals.
Over his five years of work for the estate, he elevated the already
well-celebrated and highly acclaimed wines, acquiring the highest ratings ever
achieved by both brands. He grew Roth Estate from a 6,000 case brand to a
58,000 case brand while orchestrating the building of the new Roth winery, a
production facility, and tasting room on Chalk Hill Road.
In addition to Jesse’s two
Jesse left Lancaster Estate in 2015 to further his study under more masterful
wine artists, this time in Bordeaux. Here he had the distinct privilege of
burgeoning brands, he
practicing at the great Châteaux of Pétrus, Cheval Blanc, and Ausone, gaining
consults for several other
an intimate knowledge of the distinct Bordeaux terroir and winemaking
global wineries that have
gained him international
exposure. Jesse is also
involved in additional
winemaking projects locally,
including creating specialty
techniques as they have been developed for centuries in this legendary part of
the world.
Jesse’s own projects currently include the winemaking for his two brands,
Aperture Cellars and Devil Proof Vineyards. Aperture Cellars, a collaborative
project with his father, is a brand that is an expression of art both inside the
bottle and out. The labels feature the stunning photography of Andy Katz and
pay tribute to the importance of shared experiences, capturing the enthusiasm
the two have for great wines and meaningful journeys. Devil Proof Vineyards
was first established in 2012 with a small production 100% Malbec from a
blends for charity events and
single Alexander Valley hillside vineyard block that perfectly exhibits Jesse’s
non-profit organizations, such
well-honed technique for producing exquisite terroir driven wines. This first
as Becoming Independent, of
which Jesse is the chairman of
their largest annual fundraising
event.
release received the highest rating of any Malbec from California from both
Robert Parker, Jr. and Wine Spectator, and was named “Cult Winery” of the
year.
Involved in global development projects as well, Jesse is partnering with
Roots of Peace on their “Mines to Vines” program with the goal of restoring
economic stability to war stricken areas of the world through agriculture.
J E S S E K AT Z
He is also deeply committed to sustainable wine growing and is spreading
the word and the practice of sustainable vineyard work.
ACCOL ADES
30 Under 30: Food & Drink
"Katz was the youngest hired head winemaker in the U.S. when he started
at Lancaster Estate. In the past four years, he received 90+ scores on every Lancaster
wine scored by Robert Parker."
— FORBES M AGAZINE, JANUARY 2014
40 Under 40: America's Tastemakers
"The son of photographer Andy Katz who came to Lancaster from Napa cult brand
Screaming Eagle, Jesse's first vintage of 2010 Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is
just about to be released. Katz is also supervising the development of Lancaster's sister
brand, the 50,000-case Roth, which will soon have its own separate winery and for
which he will make six different wines."
— WINE E NTHUSIAST M AGAZINE, A PRIL 2013
30 Under 40: Winemakers to Watch
"Not only was Jesse Katz the youngest ever winemaker at cult California wine estate
Screaming Eagle, he also counts singer-turned-actor Justin Timerlake among his
friends, helping the curly haired crooner craft a wine for his wedding to actress Jessica
Biel last year."
— THE D RINKS B USINESS, JANUARY 2014
40 Under 40: Most Outstanding Young Business
and Community Leaders in the North Bay
"I want to make sure that our current focus on sustainability isn't a passing trend. I'm
focusing on it with our vineyard managers and in the winery. “
— N ORTH BAY B USINESS J OURNAL, A PRIL 2015
30 Under 30: Wine Innovators
"Eight interviews later, Katz was hired as winemaker for Lancaster's estate wines and
for Roth, the label he has helped develop with purchased fruit."
— WINE & S PIRITS M AGAZINE
WINE ACCOL ADES
“Cult winery of the year”
— THE TASTING PANEL
Highest rated 100% Malbec from California ever.
— R OBERT PARKER J R . AND WINE S PECTATOR
“This may be the finest Malbec I have ever tasted from California”
— R OBERT PARKER J R .
“This vintage is even better than the prior version, which is almost unimaginable, but there
it is. Floral and as tempting as blueberry pie, this concoction from Jesse Katz is velvety
smooth and silky on the palete. White chocolate dances around the edges, along with a
strong suggestion of cigar, which may perhaps come from the fine lady on the label.”
Editor’s Choice. 2013 Devil Proof
— VIRGINIE B OONE, WINE E NTHUSIAST M AGAZINE
“Winemaker Jesse Katz pulled out all the stops to craft this small-production Malbec,
proving that the right fruit in the right hands can yield crazy good results.” 2012 Devil Proof
“Head over heels in love.”
— M ERIDITH M AY THE TASTING PANEL AND THE S OMM J OURNAL
“While big and expressive, maintains a measure of finesse and harmony. Ends long and
layered.”
— J IM L AUBE, WINE S PECTATOR
“Inky, opaque garnet in the glass, this wine smells of black cherry and a hint of
camphor. In the mouth, rich and velvety flavors of dark cherry, cocoa powder, espresso
and just a hint of blueberry have a slightly bitter, woody edge as they head towards a
long finish. Muscular tanins hold the fruit and cocoa in a tight fist.”
2013 Devil Proof, 9/9.5.
— A LDER YARROW, VINOGRAPHY
“Our friend Jesse Katz is one of our favorite winemakers. His new project, Devil Proof
Malbec, proves yet again that he makes the most delicious cult wines in the industry.
His wine has been a part of our cellar and enjoyed on countless occasions.”
— J ESSICA B IEL & J USTIN TIMBERLAKE
WINE ACCOL ADES
“9.5/10. A beautiful study in balance power and elegance.”
“Dark garnet in the glass, this wine smells of cherry tobacco, and a touch of espresso. In
the mouth, bright cherry, tobacco and cola flavors are juicy with acidity even as they
flex with the muscles of tightly wound tannins that eventually turn powdery. This is a
young wine that will blossom with time. Beautifully integrated oak barely surfaces in
the finish.” 2013 Aperture Cabernet, 9.5.
“Medium to dark garnet in the glass, this wine smells of sweet cherry and cola. In the
mouth, sweet cherry, cola and cocoa powder have a boisterous quality thanks to
fantastic acidity and relatively restrained tanins. A hint of earth lingers in the finish
along with sweet cherry. A lovely wine.” 2013 Aperture Red Blend, 9.5.
— A LDER YARROW, VINOGRAPHY
“Tobacco and violets make a daring pair in this tremendously deep, jammy red.
Malbec (5%) is blended in, a beloved variety of winemaker Jesse Katz, who has
spent time in Argentina and more recently in Bordeaux, where he worked the
Pétrus harvest after he left Lancaster Estate. The sleek, silky wine is aged 22 months
in 100% French oak (50% new).”
— THE TASTING PANEL
“Reveals a dense ruby/purple color along with sweet black currant and blueberry fruit,
medium body, velvety tannins, good texture and purity...”
— R OBERT PARKER J R .
“Opaque in color and manner, this wine benefits from the 5% addition of Malbec, a
specialty of the producer. Juicy blue and black fruit intermiz around a touch of milk
chocolate with smooth tannins and well integrated oak. This is a classically styled wine
balanced against a richness of California fruit .” 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon
“Winemaker Jesse Katz combines 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc in this blockbuster
of a deal, a flavorful, well-crafted wine that impresses in its voluptuous body and spicy
seasoning. Raspbery syrup, tar and a mix of cedar and sage accent a grip of tannin that
softens in the glass .” 2013 Right Bank Blend
“As a chef I realized early on that the little details are what separates average from
great. My friend and Alexander Valley neighbor, Jesse Katz, has brought his keen eye
for terroir and attention to detail to this masterful wine.”
— D OUG K EANE, TOP C HEF M ASTER
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W I N E I N F O R M AT I O N
2013
APERTURE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
FOCUS ON SOIL | FOCUS ON WINE | FOCUS ON LIFE
GROWING SEASON
In 2013 the Alexander Valley experienced one
of the greatest vintages in its history. With
virtually no rain since the last December, the
growing season began early. Because we farm
many of our blocks with minimal irrigation and at
times even dry-farm, the lack of spring rain kept
berry size down to the smallest we have seen on
these sites. This increased concentration but with
a lengthy growing season and a cooler summer
than 2012, we were able to achieve very fine, ripe
tannins with bright, fresh acidy. Almost perfect.
WINEMAKER NOTES
All of our fruit is hand harvested and brought
into the winery within hours of being picked.
Everything is methodically and obsessively sorted.
A cold soak of 4-7 days with minimal air
incorporation starts the extraction and then cool
fermentations with native yeast carry out the
remaining. Air and temperature are controlled
throughout the 10-15 day fermentation and
extended maceration is determined lot by lot when
I walk the fine line of full extraction but still
keep an elegant and silky texture. Wines go
through malolactic fermentation in barrel and are
aged (sur-lees) for 18-24 months. Bottled
unfinned, unfiltered, and un-acidified.
APPELLATION:
Alexander Valley
VARIETAL:
Cabernet Sauvignon
BLEND:
95% Cabernet Sauvignon
and 5% Malbec
VINEYARD:
Mix of eastern hillsides that are South, and
South West facing with a bench land block that is mostly
dry-farmed.
SOIL TYPE:
Volcanic Soils
We specifically work with some of the most unique sites
throughout Alexander Valley that focus on well drained, volcanic
soils, with little organic material to control vigor and growth. Many
are in the Eastern hillsides of Alexander Valley that have amazingly
deep, red Volcanic soils.
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 22 months, 50% new oak, 60 gallon
French oak barrels from the center of France.
CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE VINEYARD
UNFINED, UNFILTERED AND UN-ACIDIFIED
- Winemaker Jesse Katz
2013
APERTURE
RED BLEND
FOCUS ON SOIL | FOCUS ON WINE | FOCUS ON LIFE
GROWING SEASON
of the greatest vintages in its history. With
virtually no rain since the last December, the
growing season began early. Because we farm
many of our blocks with minimal irrigation and at
times even dry-farm, the lack of spring rain kept
berry size down to the smallest we have seen on
these sites. This increased concentration but with
a lengthy growing season and a cooler summer
than 2012, we were able to achieve very fine, ripe
tannins with bright, fresh acidity. Almost perfect.
WINEMAKER NOTES
Everything is methodically and obsessively sorted
each year. A cold soak of 4-7 days with minimal air
keep an elegant and silky texture. Wines go
unfined, unfiltered, and un-acidified.
APPELLATION:
Alexander Valley
VARIETAL:
Merlot and Cabernet Franc
BLEND:
60% Merlot and
40% Cabernet Franc
VINEYARD:
All hillside vineyards that keep berry size
down. South and South East facing for the early ripening varietals.
SOIL TYPE:
Red Blend: Clay
Our vineayrd blocks that compose the Red Blend are all Clay soil
type. This clay helps some of the early ripening varietals lengthen
their growing season so we get full phenolic ripeness while also
keeping a freshness in the fruit characteristic.
BARREL PROGRAM:
Aged 22 months in oak, 50% new, 60 gallon
CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE VINEYARD
2013
DEVIL PROOF
MALBEC
FARROW R ANCH
GROWING SEASON
of the greatest vintages in its history. With virtually
no rain since the last December, the growing
season began early. Because we farm many of our
blocks with minimal irrigation and at times even
dry-farm, the lack of spring rain kept berry size
down to the smallest we have seen on these sites.
This increased concentration but with a lengthy
growing season and a cooler summer than the
previous vintage. We were able to achieve very
fine, ripe tannins with bright, fresh acidy.
Almost perfect.
WINEMAKER NOTES
Everything is methodically and obsessively sorted.
A cold soak of 4-7 days with minimal air
keeping an elegant and silky texture. Wines go
unfined, unfiltered, and un-acidified.
APPELLATION:
Alexander Valley
VARIETAL:
Malbec
BLEND:
100% Malbec
VINEYARD:
Dry Farmed, Hillside
SOIL TYPE:
Suther Loam &
Pleasnton Gravelly Loam
There are few sites where a single vineyard, yet alone a single block,
is better than a blend of multiple parcels. It is unique when one
block contains in itself all the compoenents of an exceptional wine
and exhibits a true essence of terroir. This rare gem is Block #17 at
Farrow Ranch for Devil Proof. The volcanic soil is ideally suited to
this Malbec with a combination of Suther Loam and Pleasanton
Gravelly Loam. This block was planted in 2002 with a mix of Clone 4
and Clone 595 Malbec grafted to 1103P grapevine rootstock. A large
steep hillside sits just adjacent, creating great air movement
through the vines, further enhancing the wide diurnal temperature
swings the region is famous for. This gives us beautifully ripe fruit
while still keeping the berries fresh and acidity firm.
BARREL PROGRAM:
Aged 22 months, 100% new oak, 60 gallon
[email protected] | www.devilproofvineyards.com | 707.843.0266

wines by jesse k atz

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