"Our 2017 Zinfandel Port exhibits a complex nose of cherry cordial, back fruits interlaced with candied orange zest and anise. Ripe blackberry, black cherry, and mocha flavors are framed by nutmeg and ends with a rich, sweet finish. To preserve the depth of character and intensity of flavors, the wine was neither fined nor filtered." - Jeff Stewart and Tiaan Lordan, Winemakers
Tasting Notes
Our 2017 Zinfandel Port exhibits a complex nose of cherry cordial, back fruits interlaced with candied orange zest and anise. Ripe blackberry, black cherry, and mocha flavors are framed by nutmeg and ends with a rich, sweet finish. To preserve the depth of character and intensity of flavors, the wine was neither fined nor filtered.
Historic Acclaim
2014: 90 Points, Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, August 2021
Vineyard & Vintage Character
Hartford 2017 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: 18.2 %
TA: 7.3 g / L
pH: 3.65
Cases produced: 70
No fining or filtration