2017 Rinaldi Vineyard Fiddletown Zinfandel
Organic Vineyard
A rich ruby/black cherry color that exhibits aromas of wild raspberry, wild strawberries, white and black pepper and underbrush (bramble). An almost over-the-top palate that is a multi-layered experience from black raspberry/ Kirsch that has an expansive mid-palate that shows both elegance and intensity with a generous finish.
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Ratings
92 pts Wine Enthusiast, 92 pts Connoisseurs' Guide, 90 pts Jeb Dunnuck
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Zinfandel
Appellation
Fiddletown
Vineyard Designation
Rinaldi Vineyard
Aging
16 mos., 20% New French Oak
Fermentation
15% Whole Cluster Open Top Fermentation
Alcohol %
15.4
Wine Enthusiast
92
Connoisseurs' Guide
92
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
90 Pts Jeb Dunnuck - Coming from a single vineyard in Amador County, the 2017 Zinfandel Rinaldi Vineyard
has a spicy, savory, medium-bodied style as well as notes of cedarwood, dried flowers, 90 potpourri, and sweet strawberry and black berry fruits. Soft and supple on the palate, with
an upfront style, it shows more tannins on the finish, which gives the wine plenty of
length. It’s ideal for drinking over the coming 5-7 years.
Vineyard Notes
From one of the oldest Zinfandel growing regions in California, originally established in 1865. Rinaldi Vineyard sits at 2000 ft. elevation in the Sierra Foothills of Amador County. 80-100 Year old head trained, dry farmed vines from the Eschen and Rene blocks. Selection: Zin Mendo, Pichetti, Monte Rosso / Clone: PS FPS3 Farming techniques: Trellis Age of vines: 15 years Avg Temp: 50-90 degrees
Production Notes
Vinification: 15% whole cluster, all de-stemmed, not crushed, open top fermenters, punch downs 5 x day
Winemaker Notes
Deep, dark and opaque in color, crushed rock, black pepper and tarragon
Production
210 cases
Other Notes
It’s ideal for drinking over the coming 5-7 years