Winemakers tasting notes:
The winery is in the heart of the California Shenandoah Valley and is surrounded by small crops of grapes producing very intense flavors and dark colors. Aged for 15 months in a blend of different oak barrels: 80% American Oak, 15% French Oak and 5% Hungarian Oak. The wine’s generous aromas include ripe blackberry, nutmeg, chocolate and white pepper. Its rich berry flavors are layered with smooth tannins, holiday spices and a mouth-filling finish. This is a perfectly balanced wine, with ripe, sweet fruit. The 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel pairs best with grilled and barbecued meats, rich sauces and strong cheeses. Due to barrel aging, this wine is ready to drink now and will be at its peak through 2013.
My notes:
Surprisingly light red color almost Pinot like. Nose of pungent black pepper. Very ripe berry though a bit raisin like. Butterscotch notes with nice rounded mouth feel followed by a finish that's a bit too hot for my liking. Lacks the finesse of an old vine zin and perhaps a bit overripe. OK value for the money
Bayareawinelover rating: 87
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