2006 Zinfandel, Sonoma County
The 2006 Sonoma County Old Vine Zinfandel is a classic representation of the region’s best Zins—always flavorful, never heavy. Bright, flashy, ripe raspberry, blackberry, and vanilla flavors are wrapped around a soft, sweet fruit core highlighted by scents of cinnamon. 2006 was a vintage that
produced very expressive, wonderfully dramatic wines. This elegant wine has great balance and structure with a bright, long, berry-like finish that make it a beautiful complement to all kinds of food. The 2006 Sonoma County Old Vine Zinfandel can be consumed now, but will age well and will be a pleasure to drink in seven to ten years.
COMPOSITION: 79% Zinfandel, 12% Carignane,
5% Petite Sirah, 4% Mixed Blacks
APPELLATION: Sonoma County
AGING: 18 months in 100% French oak, 30% new
SKIN CONTACT: 10–15 days
TA: .60g/ml
pH: 3.60
ALCOHOL: 14.5%
PRODUCTION: 51,000 cases
AGEABILITY: Lovely to consume now, it will continue
to improve for five to seven years.