Vérité Winery Profile

Vérité Winery, nestled in Sonoma County, California, is a world-class producer of Bordeaux-inspired wines. Founded in 1998 by Jess Jackson and Pierre Seillan, the winery is celebrated for its terroir-driven philosophy and unparalleled craftsmanship. Seillan, Vérité's winemaker, employs his "micro-cru" approach, vinifying and aging fruit from individual vineyard blocks separately to highlight the unique characteristics of Sonoma’s diverse soils and microclimates. The result is a collection of meticulously blended wines—La Joie, La Muse, and Le Désir—each showcasing a distinct Bordeaux varietal focus and reflecting timeless elegance and balance. Vérité wines have received critical acclaim, earning numerous 100-point scores and establishing the winery as one of the leading producers of fine wine in California.
 
2017 Vérité La Joie Tasting Note

The 2017 Vérité La Joie is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant masterpiece that radiates power and precision. The wine greets the nose with an enticing array of blackcurrant, blackberry, and ripe cherry, interwoven with layers of graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, and a touch of fresh herbs. On the palate, it is full-bodied and impeccably structured, with firm, finely-grained tannins and vibrant acidity that carry the wine's energy and elegance. The fruit is complemented by notes of dark chocolate, crushed rocks, and subtle oak spice, creating a complex, multilayered experience. The finish is exceptionally long, leaving impressions of minerality, black fruit, and savory spice. While approachable in its youth, this wine has the depth and balance to age beautifully for 20+ years.