Le Sommelier Inc.

Varietal: Zinfandel 100%

Tasting notes: Aromas of ripe raspberry fill the bowl of the glass of this dazzling ruby colored nectar. The effusive fruit profile bursts forth, framed proportionately with a fine balance of acidity, while showing layers of spiciness, mildly integrated oak components, and soft tannins. Aged exclusively in American oak, this enjoyable wine is ready to drink now.

Reviews: “This trio of exceptional Zinfandels includes the 2007 Zinfandel Russian River, a dense plum/purple-colored effort revealing a big, gamey nose filled with abundant aromas of red and black fruits, pepper, and spice. The endearing aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, fleshy, heady Zinfandel to enjoy over the next 3-4 years. Drink: 2010-2014.” 90 points, (Robert Parker, erobertparker.com, Feb. 2010)

“We just sampled this nectar and our first comment was WOW. (our second comment was ‘when can we sample more?’). Aromas of ripe raspberry fill the bowl of the glass of this dazzling ruby colored nectar. Balanced and concentrated, the fruit profile bursts forth, proportionately with rich blueberry compote flavors melded together seamlessly with hints of vanilla cream, coconut and perfectly toasted oak. Aged exclusively in American oak, this enjoyable wine is ready to drink now, and well cellar age gracefully over the next 3-5 years from the vintage date. Bravo!” 95 points, (TWI, The Wine Insider.)