2024 Moonbright Zinfandel
Tasting Notes
This vineyard has the perfect combination of site, exposure, soil, and vines to showcase how fantastic Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel can be. This vintage of Moonbright is full of black cherries, cassis, and a hint of white pepper. All components come into balance on the palate; the dark fruit up front integrates with the dusty tannin and toasty oak structure.
Winemaker's Notes
This tiny block was planted in 1999 using cuttings from a 100-year-old vineyard on Bradford Mountain. It sits on a steep hillside just above the valley floor, with beautiful red soils and east-facing exposure. The grapes ripen slowly, maintaining balanced acidity and a dark fruit profile. Due to its small size and steep slope, Moonbright vineyard is meticulously-farmed, completely by hand, with every intention of growing the highest quality grapes. Our Moonbright Zinfandel is a fantastic representation of the depth, complexity, and power that comes from Dry Creek Valley.
Cooperage Notes
Ten months in 100% french Oak, 33% new
Drinkable
Upon release and for 4-6 years from vintage
Pair Wild
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Paired Recipes
Whitetail Backstrap Tips with Red Wine Reduction Sauce and Truffle Mashed Potatoes
Venison
Highly Recommend
