2004 Zinfandel
Russian River Valley Old Vine Limited Edition

Tasting Notes

Grown from an 80-year-old vineyard, this Zinfandel displays the polished intensity reserved for vines of this age. The wine opens with a lustrous fragrance of spiced plum and ripe black currant. A framework of bright acidity and supple tannins carry an attractive mélange of flavors. A burst of crushed blackberries with a sprinkling of black pepper sets the stage. The engaging interplay of flavors continues with black raspberry jam infused with honey and a dusting of cocoa. The vineyard was planted in 1928 by the Barberi family, wine pioneers of the region. In the heart of the Russian River Valley off Olivet Lane,
the clay soils were dry farmed for many years. This once-vibrant vineyard was the pride and joy of the old Italian family. Today the ancient vines are gnarled and stump-like, producing extremely low yields of 1.6 tons per acre. Despite weathering years of stormy winters, freezing nights and hot summer sun, these old vines still produce lusciously concentrated grapes.

Unfiltered and unfined.

Average Degree Brix at Harvest: 26°

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Hand crafted by the D’Argenzio Family