Winemaker Notes
Medium ruby. On the nose, it’s soft at first, then surprisingly floral, transitioning to mouth-watering berry and notes of orange rind. Fruit and acid are in balance on the palate, withmoderate levels of each. Tannins build up slowly with each sip, but are never overwhelming.Finishes with a bright tang. This wine has always been fascinating in its versatility. Differentfoods will enhance the savory aspects, bringing out soy and lime flavors, while others highlightthe fresh, sweet cherry fruit in the mid-palate. Pair with seasoned lamb chops on the grill, leansteaks, aged sheep or goat’s milk cheeses, pasta with a braised meat ragu. Balanced and versatile.
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Boasting bold aromas of red raspberries, blueberries and some briary-herbal notions, Hendry's 2019 Zinfandel Blocks 7 & 22 is all Clone 2, planted in 1975 and 1995, respectively. Aged 15 months in French oak (one-third new), it also features hints of tobacco and vanilla. It's full-bodied without being overly dark or extracted, modestly tannic, with a long, silky finish.
Undoubtedly proving its merit over and over, Napa Valley is a now a leading force in the world of prestigious red wine regions. Though Cabernet Sauvignon dominates Napa Valley, other red varieties certainly thrive here. Important but often overlooked include Merlot and other Bordeaux varieties well-regarded on their own as well as for their blending capacities. Very old vine Zinfandel represents an important historical stronghold for the region and Pinot noir is produced in the cooler southern parts, close to the San Pablo Bay.
Perfectly situated running north to south, the valley acts as a corridor, pulling cool, moist air up from the San Pablo Bay in the evenings during the hot days of the growing season, which leads to even and slow grape ripening. Furthermore the valley claims over 100 soil variations including layers of volcanic, gravel, sand and silt—a combination excellent for world-class red wine production.