90 Points -
Made from old-vine grapes grown at Jolene’s and Fanucchi vineyards this wine was then fortified with Germain-Robin brandy. Viscous, unctuous, and softly textured, it tastes of blackberry cobbler, nutmeg, gingerbread, and Christmas spice. — Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, August 2021
Vineyard & Vintage Character
Our 2014 Russian River Valley Port is crafted from old-vine, low-yielding, dry farmed Russian River Valley Zinfandel vineyards. Zinfandel grown in the Russian River Valley is distinctive due to a cool maritime influence. Cool, fog-laden nights and warm days result in wines that have bright, natural acidity and vibrant fruit aromas. These 100 year old vineyards, planted on low-fertility soils are ideal to produce Zinfandel based dessert style wines of exceptional density and purity.
Wine Details
Oak: 100% French oak; 100% Old
Time in oak: 21 months
Alcohol: 18.5 %
TA: 5.9 g / L
pH: 3.57
Cases produced: 95
No fining or filtration