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  • Vellutini Ranch Zinfandel 2022

    94 Points
    Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck
    92 Points
    Antonio Galloni, Vinous

    VINEYARD

    Vellutini Ranch

    VINTAGE2022
    ABOUT THIS WINE

    The Vellutini Ranch is bordered on the east by Jackass Hill and on the south by Jackass Vineyard, and was planted with bud wood from both of these vineyards.  This seven acre vineyard was planted in 1999, and is planted to both Zinfandel and Syrah grapes.

    GROWING YEAR INFO

    The 2022 season started out with ideal conditions with early rains helping to push bud break into Spring. While we encountered instances of shatter (a grape berry fails to develop because of incomplete pollination) due to frost, this was limited to specific vineyards. Meticulous attention was given to addressing this issue, as we diligently assessed each block and thinned any clusters affected by shatter. Thankfully, the summer months offered the optimal combination of warm days and perfectly cool nights. However, Labor Day weekend launched what has been marked as one of the most heat-intensive 7-day periods on record for Sonoma County, resulting in a significant number of vineyards reaching their ripening stage simultaneously.

    VINEYARD DETAILS

    SPECIFICATIONS

    APPELLATIONRussian River Valley
    VARIETALS PLANTEDZinfandel, Syrah
    SOIL INFORMATIONHugo with Josephine
    SOIL CHARACTERISTICSSandstone with Shale
    ROOTSTOCK420A
    CLONAL SELECTIONJackass Hill and Jackass Vineyard Zinfandel budwood
    YEAR ACQUIRED1999
    YEAR PLANTED2001, 2002, 2003
    Tasting Notes

    Rich aromas of black cherry, sweet leather, and boysenberry pie are present in the nose. A well-composed entry with flavors of raspberry compote and integrated baking spices are present throughout the palate. Dark flesh plum flavor enhances the graceful, long finish.

    WinemakerCourtney Robinett Wagoner
    Consulting WinemakerErin Green
    Cases Produced 289

    Winemaker’s Notes

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    July 27, 2023

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