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Tasting Notes
This beautifully balanced Zinfandel has a deep, rich color and spicy aromas of cinnamon and blackberry compote followed by bright flavors of blueberry, boysenberry, and baking spices. The finish is long and lingering in this opulent wine.
Vineyard Notes
This Reserve wine is a combination of both valley floor and hillside fruit from the northern end of Dry Creek Valley, a renowned Zinfandel growing region. After a warm, dry summer, the Zinfandel was picked in mid-September when flavors were at their peak. Added to the blend was Dry Creek Petite Sirah picked at the end of September. Its thick skins and hefty tannins add color and texture to the wine while also contributing balance and length.
Winemaker Notes
The grapes were hand-sorted and underwent an extended cold-soak for five days. Infrequent pump-overs during fermentation allowed for greater color extraction and the ability to control tannin levels. We then complemented this fleshy wine by aging it in 60% new French oak barrels for 20 months to achieve full integration.
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Seasonal Mezze menu
These dishes are accompanied by a chef-curated 'secret' selection of our award-winning Sonoma County wines.
This is a sample menu. Items are subject to change.
Sweet
Apple & Golden Raisin Compote
Carrot, Cashew & Maple Spread 🥜
Sour/Acidic
Cranberry & Jalapeno Chutney
Whipped Ricotta with Lemon Curd 🥛 🥚
Rich/Fats & Oils
Creamy Brie with Orange & Honey 🥛
Pumpkin Pimento Cheese 🥛
Bitterness
Butternut Squash Hummus
Brussels Sprout & Labneh Dip 🥛
Allergen Key
🥛 Dairy 🥜 Nuts 🥚 EggsSeasonal pairing menu
This is a sample menu. Items are subject to change.
2025 Rosé
Sonoma County
– Paired With –
Albacore Ceviche
Heirloom Tomato & Melon Gazpacho | Basil | Jalapeno | Cucumber | Fried Shallot
2023 ‘Caro Santo’ Sangiovese
Sonoma Valley
– Paired With –
Stuffed Zucchini
Roasted Tomato & Sage Sugo | Parmesan | Crunchy Garlic
Crispy Capers | Sunflower
2022 Old Vines Zinfandel
Giovanetti Vineyard, Russian River Valley
– Paired With –
Petite Eggplant & Mozzarella Lasagna
Pepper & Saffron Puree’ | Jimmy Nardello Relish | Finocchiona
Parsley
2022 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rockpile
– Paired With –
Grilled Hanger Steak with Gremolata
Yukon Gold & Black Truffle Mousseline | Red Wien Braised Cabbage Chanterelles | Beef Demiglace
2022 Port
Sonoma County
– Paired With –
Toasted Coconut Panna Cotta
Blackberry Gelee | Chocolate Crumble