Fermented in large upright oak fermenters, then aged for 18 months in 51% new French oak. The nose is bright and ripe, showing classic Zinfandel character with forward red fruit, baking spice, wild herbs, and a hint of vanilla bean. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate, with ripe dark berry fruit, blue fruit nuances, and toasty oak weaving around the fruit and supple tannins. Easygoing and fruit-forward, this has become a guest favorite at the winery—a pricier porch pounder, but worth every penny.
