This is a field blend (mostly Zinfandel) from Sonoma. Of course, 2011 was a difficult vintage. Purple in color, ruby at the rim, flat. The nose is dusty with black cherries. Medium to full bodied. On the palate, this is somewhat surprisingly ripe. Black cherries and cherries with some prune notes. There is some depth and complexity. A long finish. This is probably better on its own but would work with pizza. Drink up over the next few years.
This is really in a nice place right now. Purple in color. The nose is nice with black cherries, spice and a bit of char. On the palate, this has a really nice texture. Despite the vintage, a lot of Sonoma Zins did just fine in 2011 and this is one. Black cherries and black raspberries with some char. Good finish. Not a monster Zin but plenty of fruit too. Works well with food.
This is a field blend of over twenty varieties from the home ranch of Bedrock including Zinfandel, Carignan and Mataro. Purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose is complex with black cherries, plums, black raspberries, spice, black pepper and char (and more). Medium to full bodied. Medium tannins. Great balance. This is young but this bottle anyway, was open and drinking well. The palate is deep, concentrated and complex. Black cherries, black raspberries, plums, spice and char with a slick but plush texture. Long finish. This drinks well on its own and will work well with foo
This is a field blend of mostly Zinfandel but also a large amount of Carignan, Valdigue, and Putzscheere (aka Green Hungarian). This is one of my favorite Zinfandel vineyards for the texture of the wines. Purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose has black raspberries, black cherries, spice, bramble and slight char. Medium to full bodied. Light to medium tannins. Great energy and balance. Plush, vibrant texture. On the palate, this is tasty. Flavors of black raspberries and black cherries with spice and char. Long finish. This is still young but drinking well. Drink over the
Evangelho vineyard is a blend featuring mostly Zinfandel. This vineyard always seems to have a more "claret" or elegant style to it. That can be a disadvantage at a tasting or with a group of bigger wines. When consumed on its own, however, it can be charming. Deep ruby in color. The nose has cherries, raspberries, slight smoke and an interesting bit of mint. On the palate, the cherries and smoke tend to dominate at the moment. Some depth. Good acidity. Nice finish. This drinks well on its own but really begs for pasta, pizza or burgers. Drink it over the next five years.
This is a solid wine and a nice value in Sonoma Zinfandel. A blend of 77% Zinfandel, 21% Petit Verdot & 2% Carignane. Ruby in color with purple swirls. The nose has raspberries, spice and dust. Medium bodied. On the palate, this is slightly brawny with red fruits. Easy drinking. Light tannins. Best to drink now or in the next few years. Works well with pizza or burgers. A nice wine for a party. Shop around as its MSRP is $26 but its widely available ranging from $15 and up.
