Nose
This Zinfandel offers sweet and spicy aromas of wild blackberry and vanilla bean.
Palate
Flavors of berry pie, cinnamon and toasty baking spices. A lively wine with a long, lingering finish.
Growing Conditions
Located in the Mayacamas Mountain range, the Montecillo Vineyard sits high on the western slope of the mountains overlooking Sonoma Valley. At 1400 feet elevation, the western exposure provides the heat and sunlight to ripen the Zinfandel vines and the well-drained soil contributes to smaller crops with highly concentrated, full-flavored fruit. The resulting wine is rich and lush.
Bottling
Bottled August 2016.
Aging
18 months in 100% French oak.
