VALDEZ
2013 ZINFANDEL
ST. PETER’S CHURCH
When comparing the Valdez St. Peter’s Church Vineyard Zin to all of the others that I’ve tasted over the years, it’s number one in my mind. Detailed, intense, penetrating, balanced are all perfect descriptors for this wine… The winery is owned by Ulises Valdez, one of California’s most sought after wine growers. When he’s not farming vineyards for Aubert, Kistler, Paul Hobbs and others, he’s cultivating his dream of building a successful brand. I’ve always believed that “perfect” wines are exceptional to nearly everyone who tastes them, regardless of varietal. This is one of those and fortunately it’s a Zinfandel, which happens to be the perfect complement to summer barbecues…
Arising from a 5 acre vineyard in Alexander Valley that’s planted to nearly century old vines, this wine exhibits all the qualities that I look for in Old Vine Zinfandel. Rosenblum fans might also recognize this vineyard from single vineyard Zinfandels that they produced in the 1990’s. Carved from a vintage unanimously recognized for its unrivaled quality, Robert Parker alerts readers that it “…may turn out to be the finest vintage I have experienced in tasting North Coast varietals over the last 37 years,” this exemplary ancient vine Zinfandel absolutely shouldn’t be missed…
VALDEZ
2013 ZINFANDEL
ST. PETER’S CHURCH
Retails at: $45.00/btl
Winery Notes: “… This bold zinfandel boasts flavors and aromas of dark juicy blackberries, black currants, hints of cocoa and tobacco leaf. Elegant tannins grip on the palate for beautiful long finish.”
Customers that enjoy Valdez’s St. Peter’s Church Zinfandel, may also enjoy these two terrific Zins…
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GAMBA
2016 ZINFANDEL
ESTATE, OLD VINE
Retails at: $52.00/btl
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Everybody loves being the guest that brings the best wine to the party… All you need is a couple 15-packs of Gamba and you can be that person, every time. Always a crowd favorite and proving to be top contenders on California’s Zinfandel scene, Gus Gamba’s old vine Zinfandels are quickly gaining world-wide acclaim. After Robert Parker’s latest visit to the winery, he alerted readers, “… Gamba’s name is going to have to be included with some of the stars of Sonoma, such as Hartford Court, Carlisle, Bedrock and even the superstar Turley over in Napa.
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TONTI
2014 RESERVE
OLD VINE ZINFANDEL
RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY
Retails at: $49.00/btl
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Have you ever wondered what makes Old Vine wines unique? There are two defining factors that when combined, become even more powerful. Like humans, as vines age their circulation becomes weaker which results in smaller berries and more focused and concentrated flavors. Older vines also have deeper root systems, which increases the complexity in the wine. Perfectly expressing what Old Vines are about, Tonti’s Zinfandel is the delicious result of two ancient vineyards planted in the early 1900’s.
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