The Rancho Bello vineyard is located on the northwestern ridge above Green Valley, at an elevated situation where the vines benefit from warmer average temperatures and prolonged sun exposure than the cooler surrounding areas. It consists of mostly sandy loam soils that stress the vines, promoting aroma and flavor development in the fruit. The Zin vines planted here ripen slowly over the course of a long hangtime, producing a full-bodied, flavor-packed, spicy style of Zin The 2007 was aged for 21 months in 40% new French oak barrels. It leads with intense aromas of black raspberry, cherry, and hibiscus, with peppery accents. Layers of ripe berry fruits, creamy vanilla, and exotic spice fill the mouth, rounded out by long, smooth tannins. Acidity keeps the impression bright and the wine retains a sense of balance through the spice-laced finish. From Wine Enthusiast: "High in alcohol, in the manner of a ripe Zin, but the wine wears it well. It's full-bodied and softly tannic, showing elaborate wild berry, cherry, licorice, currant, salty bacon and pepper spice flavors." (10/11)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2007 Rosenblum "Carla's Reserve" Contra Costa County Zinfandel (Elsewhere $30) View Price
2011 Artezin Mendocino County Zinfandel $12.99
2011 Seghesio Sonoma County Zinfandel $19.99
2011 Shenandoah Vineyards "Special Reserve" Zinfandel $9.99
2011 Easton Amador County Zinfandel $14.99
