2016 Zio Tony Ranch Syrah
This wine is all about the WOW Factor! Savory and sensual from blackberry pie filling and dried cherries to the freshly made espresso from a Parisian café that swirls from the glass. This wine is as multi-dimensional as a wine can be. The flavors take you on a magical mystery ride of black and blue fruits, lavender, rosemary, sage, roasted meats and dark Valrhona chocolate.
95 Pts Wine Enthusiast
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Syrah
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Vineyard Designation
Zio Tony Ranch
Aging
16 mos. 40% New French Oak
Fermentation
40% Whole Cluster, Open Top Fermentation
Alcohol %
15.6
Wine Enthusiast
95
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Deep saturated purple color and compelling aromas of cassis, blackberries, roasted earth and savory notes give way to a wine that is full bodied, but fresh and vibrant. Focused on black fruit and savory components of Charcuterie and black licorice that evolve into a long and complex finish.
Vineyard Notes
Planted in 2000, named after the Martinelli's Zio (Uncle) Tony who established the family's farming in the late 1800's originally planting potatoes on the current vineyard site. Goldridge soils, clay and loam produce a dusty earth component making the 470 Syrah clone a little richer, rounder, and more seductive. Trellised vines, organic farming
Production Notes
Vinification: 60% whole cluster, no crushing, only destemmed
Production
302 cases