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Anacleto Vineyard
Tasting Notes
This Old Vines Zinfandel captivates with aromas of strawberry pie, cola, and dark chocolate, layered with rich depth and warmth. On the palate, a dense and spicy frame unfolds, revealing notes of blueberry and a juicy freshness that lifts the wine’s bold character. The long, lingering finish carries both richness and vibrancy, making for a deeply satisfying experience.
Vintage Notes
Our 2022 harvest began just a little earlier than the previous year, with the first fruit picked on August 15. Limited rainfall during the growing season produced slightly lighter crops, bringing intense, concentrated flavor and color. The consistent weather during the summer months helped maintain fruit acidity, bringing brightness and balance to the fruit’s flavors. Harvest continued through the middle of October when we picked the last red grapes from our Sonoma Valley estate, Wild Oak Vineyard.
Vineyard Notes
This small production wine starts with grapes just a short walk south of Healdsburg, near the banks of the Russian River. This select 2-acre block of heritage Zinfandel vines consisting of two main blocks, a 50-year-old ‘Trellised’ block and a 100 + year-old ‘Head-Pruned’ block that produces small yields of exceptional fruit bursting with ripe, concentrated flavor. The blend of this 2022 vintage is made up of 76% from the older head-pruned block and 24% from the trellised block.
Winemaker Notes
All grapes are hand-picked, hand-sorted, and undergo a five-day cold soak to extract optimal color and flavor. After primary fermentation, the wine is pumped into French oak barrels, where it undergoes natural malolactic fermentation during its elevage before bottling.
