2021 The Grappler Zinfandel

Harvest Data: Grapes Harvested in September
Average Sugar at Harvest: 25.5
Fermentation: Finished in neutral French Oak
Blend: 85% Zinfandel, 10% Syrah, 3% Petite Shirah & 2% Grenache
Alcohol: 14.9%
Appellation: Sonoma County
Cases Produced: 600
Winemaker's Tasting Notes:
"The Grappler," an approachable and distinctive Zinfandel sourced from the renowned
vineyards of Sonoma County, is a wine that commands attention. Featuring a nuanced
blend of 20% Syrah, this Zinfandel artfully reflects the winemaker's expertise and the
unique attributes of this region. With a deep, inviting color that beckons exploration, it
prepares the palate for the richness that awaits. On tasting, this wine impresses with
flavors of ripe blackberries, tangled red fruit, and a subtle underpinning of black pepper
and spices, all harmoniously complemented by the velvety texture contributed by the
Syrah.