The New York Jets, with Laithwaites, a family-owned company and the world's leading direct-to-consumer wine service, announce a multi-year partnership that presents a unique opportunity for Jets fans to fill their wine cellar with high-quality, team branded bottles. Launched for the 2024 NFL Season, Jets Uncorked Legacy Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from the Alexander Valley in California's Sonoma County and handcrafted by esteemed winemaker William Knuttel. This exclusive new release represents the first collaboration of the partnership, which plans to offer a series of limited-edition wines in the coming years.
"When we established the Jets Uncorked brand 15 years ago, we wanted it to reflect quality, community, and fandom," said Jeff Fernandez, Vice President of Business Development + Ventures at the New York Jets. "And now, we've collaborated on another fantastic wine that can be shared with friends and family whether you're tailgating at MetLife Stadium or cheering for the Jets from the comforts of your home. Jets Uncorked Legacy celebrates Jets fans everywhere and their commitment, passion, and loyalty to the team. Together with Laithwaites, we are excited to release this exclusive wine and plan for more new wines and new labels, so fans can create their own personal Jets wine library."
Jets Uncorked Legacy celebrates generations of Jets football, beloved game day rituals, and the passion of Jets fan culture. The small-batch Cabernet was aged in barrel for 15 months, adding a luxuriously smooth texture to its layers of rich dark-fruit flavor. While it will be delicious upon release, Jets Uncorked Legacy has the fine tannins, concentration, and freshness to age beautifully for over a decade, making it perfect for drinking this season or saving for a special Jets celebration in the future. The premium bottle design, which includes high-end finishes, from the embossed label to the Jets branded cork, is inspired by the team's new Legacy branding, while paying homage to the four letters that unite the fanbase and engulf the stadium on gameday as part of the most iconic chant in all pro sports: J-E-T-S!
"The Jets are one of the proudest, most historic teams in the world. With our roots in the UK, we're excited to cheer them on, especially when they play in London this year," said Tony Laithwaite, founder of Laithwaites Wine. "But most of all, we're honored to be an official wine partner of the New York Jets and share with their passionate fans this seriously crowd-pleasing, age-worthy Sonoma Cabernet from our good and super-talented friend Bill Knuttel."
Available for presale now at NewYorkJets.com/wine and Laithwaites.com/jets, fans can purchase Jets Uncorked Legacy at its best price and take advantage of special Jets gifts with purchase promotions for a limited time only. Presale purchases will be delivered direct-to-consumer in time for the beginning of the football season. Jets Uncorked Legacy will also be available for purchase at select retail wine stores throughout the tri-state area (NY, NJ, and CT), and at MetLife Stadium during the NFL season.
Throughout the year, fans will have the opportunity to enjoy Jets Uncorked X Laithwaites Wine Tastings at MetLife Stadium and access special offers, engaging experiences, and unique promotions. To learn more about Jets Uncorked news and events, visit NewYorkJets.com/uncorked. Must be 21+ to purchase, please drink responsibly.
