1999
ZINFANDEL
NAPA
VALLEY
WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
A burst of floral and fruit aromas leads to lively blackberry
and raspberry flavors characteristic of much Napa fruit.
Cherry, vanilla and spice join in the mid-palate, and lead
to a crisp finish. Excellent with food but also a pleasure
to sip just by itself.
APPELLATION:
Napa Valley
VINEYARDS:
The vineyard is situated on a bench above a small creek
in the eastern part of Napa Valley. The generally rocky
soil and slightly higher temperatures, compared to western
Napa Valley, contribute to the intensity of the fruit.
VINTAGE:
The grapes used
in this wine, from the rockiest part of the vineyard, were
slow to ripen. Moderate yields and a long hang time, until
late October, contributed to greater complexity but without
sacrificing acidity.
COMPOSITION:
Zinfandel 100%
AWARD:
Bronze
Medal
-
2002 San Francisco Bay Wine Competiton
Bronze
Medal
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2002 Riverside International Wine Competition
Bronze
Medal
-
2001 Indy Internationa Wine Competition
