2022 Russian River Valley "Piner-Olivet Ranches" Zinfandel
45% Russian River Valley Zinfandel, Papera Ranch
39% Russian River Valley Zinfandel, Carlisle Vineyard
16% Russian River Valley Zinfandel, Mancini Ranch
We’ve had the good fortune to work with a who’s who of blue chip, old-vine vineyards over the years. And whether the vineyard has been in Mendocino, Napa, or Sonoma, I’ve loved them all! But I must admit, the old-vine vineyards of the Piner-Olivet area of Russian River Valley will always be my first love. The intense red berried fruit coupled with mouthwatering acidity makes Zinfandels from these old vines so unique and special. I’m thrilled that we can offer this lower-priced blend of Papera Ranch, Carlisle Vineyard, and Mancini Ranch that showcases all that this small sub-region offers. Aged in all French oak, only 7% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Tasting Note:
Medium-dark garnet-ruby. Soaring, perfumed aromas of raspberry, blood orange, and sweet tobacco. Dang this smells pretty! On the palate, full-bodied with plenty of “zinberry” (that mythical raspberry-orange cross) along with an intriguing note of cinnamon. So smooth, so drinkable. Drink this perfect archetype of old-vine Russian River Valley Zinfandel from release through 2030. (MRO - 07/18/24)