-Vineyard Sources-

The Zinfandel vineyards are located on the hillsides in the scenic and bucolic setting of the historic Dry Creek Valley. This region has long been considered the Mecca for great Zinfandel. The vines are head-pruned and hand-picked from old vine vineyards.

-Technical Information-

Appellation: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, CA

Aging: 12 months in neutral American Oak, 30% new oak

Alcohol: 14.0%

-Winemaking-

The growing season began with cooler than normal temperatures in the spring and higher than normal rainfall. A warm summer followed that allowed the grapes to mature and ripen with deep flavors and aromas. Hand-picked, the harvest occurred during the second and third weeks of September. The grapes and growing season produced a beautiful wine exhibiting mild acids and vivid, deep flavors. Temperature controlled fermentation occurred in stainless steel tanks with daily pumpovers to extract color and flavor from the skins. Additional complexity developed with the aging in American oak barrels.

-Tasting Notes-

Zanon Zinfandel is a classic Dry Creek Valley Zin with its balanced acidity. The wine exudes typical blackberry and raspberry aromas along with a dash of white pepper and warm baking spice. A long elegant finish is framed by a kiss of vanilla oak. The blend is 89% Zinfandel and 11% Petite Sirah which adds color and structure to the blend. Enjoy this cork finished Zinfandel now or cellar for 2-4 years.

Download a PDF of the 2023 Zanon Zinfandel Old Vine Dry Creek Valley