California Oak Zinfandel

We grow our Zinfandel at our vineyardin Calistoga, which is certified organic andBiodynamic. Nestled in the northern tip of NapaValley, the vineyard's gravelly loam providesexcellent drainage and the cloudless days and coolnighttime temperatures are perfect for sun-lovingZinfandel. The vines are head pruned to protectthe grapes from sunburn. All of these featurescombine to produce ...

Bold and vibrant notes of summer raspberry intoxicate the senses, enticing you to take a sip of this lively red zinfandel. Once on the palate, flavors of briary blackberries and ripe cranberries meld with tones of baking spices such as clove and nutmeg. Nuances are added from the young American oak, concentrating and enhancing the juicy mouthfeel. The full-bodied tannin ...

This Sonoma County wine offers raspberry jam aromas, as well as hints of vanilla, clove and white pepper. Like a fresh-baked berry tart, the raspberry notes continue on the palate where they aresupported by sweet oak and spice flavors that carry through to the finish. This is a lovely Zinfandel expressing both richness and balance.

Classic ripe, jammy, and briary Zinfandel aromas intermingle with baking spice and toasty oak notes. These flavors follow through on the palate with complexity and richness that is focused by balanced tannin and acidity on the finish.The 2009 Lake Sonoma Dry Creek Zinfandel isan excellent pairing for robust dishes such asgrilled or roasted meats and flavorful pastasauces.Blend: 88% Zinfandel, ...

This bold yet well-balanced Zinfandel bursts with the aromas and flavors of ripe plums, blackberries and spicy peppercorn. Ripe, firm tannins are softened by a subtle oak presence. The 2008 Lake Sonoma Dry Creek Zinfandel is an excellent pairing for robust dishes such as grilled or roasted meats and flavorful pasta sauces.Blend: 91% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah

Jammy and briary berry aromas are accented withvanilla, cumin and baking spices. Ripe, richblackberry jam with notes of black currant on thepalate; complimented by cocoa, roasted coffee andblack pepper spice notes. Soft tannins, balancedacidity and light toasty oak frame the finish.This versatile Zinfandel is especially suited toMediterranean and spicy ethnic dishes as well asbarbecued meats ...

Red currant and raspberry aromas are accented with vanilla, clove and briar. The red berry fruit flavors are bright yet rich, and complemented by vanilla and chai spice notes. Soft tannins, balanced acidity and light toasty oak frame the finish.This versatile Zinfandel is especially suited toMediterranean and spicy ethnic dishes as well asbarbecued meats and hearty pastas.Blend: 91% Zinfandel ...

Aromas of ripe cherries and blueberries mingle with cocoa powder and graham crackers in the 2010 Mendocino Zinfandel. The lushness of the fruit gives the wine wonderful breadth and texture. Petite Sirah and Syrah lend black fruit to the blend, while their tannins frame the wine nicely. Subtle notes of toasted oak, caramel, and freshly roasted coffee linger on the ...

The 2011 Cigar Zin has notes of deep black fruit, a punch of spice and crushed black pepper on the nose. The rich, lush and well-structured wine is hearty with exotic fruit characteristics.Hand harvested at peak season to ensure quality and flavor, the fruit for Cigar Zin was sorted then fermented for 7 days. We prepared the wine in French ...

Biker's legendary blackberry aromas mix with cherry, plums, menthol, white pepper and a touch of meaty black olives and oregano. A touch of cedar box from the oak aging adds to the complexity. The Bad Boy of Zin delivers again with flavors of plums, cherries and boysenberries with a smoky char to balance the fruit. A sweet fruit entry digs ...

The "Biker" came from the west side of Paso Robles with a vengeance. Riding off the hills of Westside Paso from the Dusi and Preston Zin vineryards, where rocky, calcareous soils result in low yield vines, producing fruit of intense concentration. A splash of Mourvedre lends an extra kick in the mid-palate. The Biker has blackberry, anise spice and vanilla ...

The 2011 Geyserville is a ruby color. Scented with bramble fruit, mint, gravelly earth, sweet oak, as well as black tea, and sweet cherry fruit. Medium chalky tannins, sensuous, layered, with complex minerals, old vine/field-blend fruits and lively acidity. Long savory finish. Blend: 78% Zinfandel, 16% Carignane, 4% Petite Sirah, 1% Alicante Bouschet, 1% Mataro (Mourvedre)

The 2011 Terra d'Oro Deaver Zinfandel has a deep garnet color with lifted aromas of dark fruit, clove and spicy oak. The palate is focused with crisp and juicy layers of ripe blackberry, spicyplum and soft chewy tannins. The baked spice components add complexity to this bold wine and support a great balance of power and restraint. For a zesty ...

As always the California Zinfandel is a challenging and rewarding wine to produce. Severe selection criteria and master blending show in the final product, which showcases a wide array of dark berry fruit including black cherry and strawberry. Additionally, spice notes and a lasting finish of vanilla from oak aging and firm, supple tannins add complexity to this wine.With its ...

Gnarly Head 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel is made from gnarled 35 to 80 year-old head trained vines. Fruit from these unruly branches is intense and powerful, and as some of the oldest in California, these brash old vines produce exceptional, full flavored grapes. The intrepid Old Vine Zinfandel has a gnarly core of rich, dark raspberry and black cherry flavors ...

Elevated aromas of baked berry pie, licorice and pepper intermingle with oak notes of vanilla and mesquite. The Jam Bomb delivers again with brambly blueberry middle surrounded by ripe flavors of boysenberry and blackberry. A big splash of Barbera, together with a little Petite Sirah and Mourvedre keep this wine rocking on your palate from its jammy start to its ...