2020 Zinfandel

The grapes for our Zinfandel were grown on our Hospitality Center, Pleasant Valley and Jardine vineyards then handpicked and sorted in the cool morning hours. They were gently crushed and then allowed to ferment in small stainless steel tanks. Various pump-over techniques were utilized during the progressive stages of fermentation to enhance fruit extraction and enrich mouthfeel.

The wine was then transferred into barrels to complete malolactic fermentation and spent 20 months aging in French and American oak barrels. A small amount of Petite Sirah was blended in for complexity and added mouthfeel.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Raspberry and cherries with notes of cola, dark chocolate and hints of tobacco and white pepper  
Taste: Medium body with raspberry and cola, moderate acidity, juicy tannins into the finish