This wine grabs your attention with bold, dark brambly fruit on the nose, spiced up with lively aromas straight from a spice box. The entry is rich and silky, with flavors evolving into a mouthful of earthy black raspberry and currant, lifted by cardamom and whiffs of violet. The structure evolves from soft and silky to a more defined mid palate, closing with a finish that lingers long after the last sip.
Pair this vibrant wine with braised short ribs over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta, topped with a dash of freshly grated horseradish for a perfect kick.
Planted in 1926, Montafi Ranch Vineyard is a rare gem in the Russian River Valley where most of the old vine Zinfandel vineyards have been uprooted and replanted with other varieties. We are now the guardians of these ancient Zinfandel Vines, planted in a traditional field blend with Alicante Bouschet and other traditional mixed black varieties. This vineyard’s cooler climate and mixed planting enables us to produce a Zinfandel that highlights yet another facet of the variety’s diverse expressions; intensely aromatic with a savory fruit profile, bright acidity and ripe tannins.