The 2007 Zinfandel Bacigalupi Vineyard exhibits a dense ruby/purple color as well as a big, briery nose of wild strawberries, raspberries, pepper, and incense. There is enough acidity to balance out the wine’s richness, full-bodied power, and potent alcohol (nearly 15%). This cuvee should age nicely for 7-8 years. The single vineyard Pinot Noirs are made from a wide range of California vineyards, primarily in the north, with Russian River and Sonoma Coast dominating, but there is also an Anderson Valley site (Ferrington), San Benito site (Vista Verde), and Yorkville Highlands (Weir). The Chardonnays are nearly as powerful as the Zinfandels in terms of alcohol strength, ranging from 14.5% to 14.8%. Tel. (707) 433-6425; Fax (707) 433-6546

The 2007 Zinfandel Bacigalupi Vineyard exhibits a dense ruby/purple color as well as a big, briery nose of wild strawberries, raspberries, pepper, and incense. There is enough acidity to balance out the wine’s richness, full-bodied power, and potent alcohol (nearly 15%). This cuvee should age nicely for 7-8 years. The single vineyard Pinot Noirs are made from a wide range of California vineyards, primarily in the north, with Russian River and Sonoma Coast dominating, but there is also an Anderson Valley site (Ferrington), San Benito site (Vista Verde), and Yorkville Highlands (Weir). The Chardonnays are nearly as powerful as the Zinfandels in terms of alcohol strength, ranging from 14.5% to 14.8%.Tel. (707) 433-6425; Fax (707) 433-6546

Soft and gentle, yet firm in tannins, this Zin has an interesting dried herb and molasses edge to the blackberries, cherries and peppery spices. It’s full-bodied, dry and complex, a wine to pair with beef dishes.——S.H.(8/1/2009)—— 91