Aged 18 months in French barrels (40% new barrels). Aromas of red fruit jam, baking spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon. Tastes of blackberry and plum. A combination of multiple producing areas results in a cool and concentrated Zinfandel from northern Sonoma County.
A superior Zinfandel with a strong concentration and a cool Sonoma-like smartness.
When Rodney Strong acquired the terraced land immediately behind the winery, he chose to leave 16 acres of gnarled, old-growth Zinfandel vines, planted in 1904, untouched.
Those old vines still form the core of the wine, with the rest of the grapes coming from estate vineyards in Alexander Valley, Russian River Valley and Dry Creek Valley north of Sonoma.
Grape origin: 88% Russian River Valley, 9% Alexander Valley, 3% Dry Creek Valley
Vintage Information
In 2019, there was plenty of rain from winter to early spring, providing the soil with sufficient moisture, and the heat wave in early summer promoted the growth of the grape vines, giving them the strength to withstand the heat wave in late summer. This increased the sugar content and gave the grapes a good balance of flavor and other elements, and they were harvested from October 1st to 4th.
Tasting Comments
Grapes from the cool maritime climate of Russian River Valley lend the wine fresh raspberry jam, while fruit from Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley lends ripe fruit and peppery notes.
The combination of multiple growing regions results in a Sonoma County Zinfandel of wonderful diversity.
It goes well with spare ribs, barbecued pork sandwiches, and barbecued chicken pizza.
Vintage: 2019
Capacity: 750ml
Type: Red wine
Taste: Full-bodied
Main variety: Zinfandel 98%
Blend Variety: Petite Sirah 2%
Country of Origin: America
Region Name: California
AVA: Northern Sonoma
Winemaker: Justin Seidenfeld
Aging: 18 months in French barrels (40% new barrels)
Cap: Cork
Alcohol content: 15.0%
JAN: 87512920057