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2002 could not have been a better year to start our Sonoma County Zinfandel program. The season was a winemaker’s
dream, with a long growing season, no discernable heat spikes, and superior quality fruit. Winemaker Dennis Hill feels that
the quality is at least on par with the memorable vintage of 1997.
Blackstone sources fruit exclusively from two top growing regions in northern Sonoma County. Both the Alexander Valley and
Dry Creek Valley are situated close to the town of Healdsburg, and enjoy mild mornings, warm afternoons and mild evenings.
The warmth of these appellations allowed Zinfandel to ripen to perfection, while keeping sugar and acid in balance.
After harvest and fermentation, the wine was aged in predominantly American oak for fourteen months. 15% of the oak was
new, giving the wine have toasty spice and vanilla flavors without overpowering the bright blackberry and red peppercorn
flavors that form the backbone of this well-balanced wine.
This Zin won’t disappoint, with a huge mouthfeel and intense berry and spice on the palate. This flavorful wine demands
hedonistic fare such as baby back ribs, pork tenderloin, strong cheeses and deep-dish pizza.
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