This wine presents inviting aromas of ripe blackberry, accented by a light dusting of graham cracker crust. Upon entry, it reveals energetic and lifted red berry notes that seamlessly transition into a plush mid-palate, where integrated tannins provide structure and depth. The finish is characterized by mouthwatering acidity, leaving a lingering impression of dark chocolate
or cacao on the palate.
This well-crafted and highly enjoyable Zinfandel pairs perfectly with hearty dishes like roasted meats, stews, or grilled vegetables.
Our Home Ranch Zinfandel is built around the original vines planted by our founders in 1895. Five Generations and 125 years in the making, Home Ranch Zinfandel is a stunning expression of the heights to which Zinfandel can ascend.
Grapes were hand harvested at night to preserve freshness amidst the heat of the harvest. They
were delicately sorted to ensure optimum quality before being gently destemmed and transferred
in to small open-top fermenters without pumping. The fermentations were punched down by
pneumatic plunger during maceration for 9-12 days before the free run wine was drained and
transferred to barrel. The wines completed malolactic fermentation in barrel throughout the
winter months. In the Spring the finished wines were blended and returned to larger vessels to
preserve the delicate fruit and energy in the wines, providing less oxidative aging as the élevage
progresses to bottling (unfined). Aged 15 months in 10% New French oak barrels, 90% neutral
French and American oak barrels. Racked twice prior to blending and once to bottle.