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Ravenswood
2006 Belloni Zinfandel, Russian River Valley

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Story

  • Ravenswood Vineyard Designates each reflects a unique flavor from a specific vineyard
  • Ravenswood has been harvesting grapes from the Russian River Valley’s Belloni Vineyard since 1991.
  • This is a family-owned vineyard of magnificent old vines, lovingly tended to by the late Ricardo Belloni, and now his wife, Natalie with their children and grandchildren.

    Description

  • A medium-bodied, not too dry red wine with fresh raspberry, fresh ground white pepper, juicy acidity with a smooth finish
  • Additional Information

  • 78% Zinfandel, 22% mixed blacks
  • Aged 20 months in 100% French oak; 32% new
  • Tasting Notes
  • Taste Profile