2015 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel

Tasting Notes

The 2015 growing season was early and fast, with a bit of heat at the end of ripening. The smaller crop, and late heat resulted in a deeper profile than in previous vintages of our normally cool climate Bacigalupi Zinfandel. The nose is dark with Amarena cherry, baking chocolate, and cassis. This intensity of fruit also shows in the color which is deep, and striking, almost black, with ruby edges. I love that the palate comes through with a little brightness and pep. The depth on the nose gives way to fresh raspberry and cranberry, finishing long with hits of toasty French oak.

Winemaker's Notes

In 1956 Charles and Helen Bacigalupi purchased 121 acres on Westside Road, in the Russian River Valley. Originally just 16 acres were planted to vines, but they planted more over the years envisioning the growing demand for premium wine grapes in this area. Grapes from their vineyard played a role in the turning point of how the world viewed wines from California. Their Chardonnay grapes made up 40% of the wine that won the famed 1976 Paris Tasting where Chateau Montelena’s Chardonnay triumphed over many acclaimed French wines. In addition to Chardonnay, the Bacigalupi family also grows beautiful Zinfandel. This cooler climate vineyard brings a bright fruit component to Zinfandel, and offers a more delicate mouthfeel while delivering soft spice undertones and delicious dark fruit components.

Production Notes

137 cases