92pts Wine Spectator

Supple yet brambly, with expressive flavors of raspberry and black cherry highlighted by roasted sage, cracked pepper and licorice. Finishes with zesty tannins.

91pts James Suckling

A relaxed, smooth and ripe-tasting wine with soft tannins wrapped around blackberry and blueberry flavors. Tastes fresh, quite fruity and ripe without overdoing it.

90pts Jeb Dunnuck

The 2024 Zinfandel Sonoma County is from 2023, the first year they put “county” on the label, with the main mix from Sonoma Valley and Alexander Valley. It’s a seductive and approachable wine with delicate new oak, pouring a youthful magenta ruby color. Fruity and inviting, it reveals a supple, clean profile, though the Petite Sirah, which the producer feels has not fully recovered from the 2022 heat, may or may not remain important to the blend in the future. There are touches of fresh apricot stone fruit, even tannins, refreshing acidity, and a pleasing, salty lift. Fruity and warming yet charming, it offers blackberries, strawberries, red fruit, mocha, and baking spice. It’s a lot of wine for the price and can drink well over the next few years.

Winemaker's Notes

Luscious black raspberry and mixed berry pie aromas entice the senses. Aromas carry through the palate with a soft entry lifted by subtle baking spices, brambly heather and supported by pliable tannins. On the finish the wine is buoyed by a gentle lift of acidity, balancing the warmth of the vintage with vibrancy from cooler climate fruit.

This wine will pair nicely with hearty dishes like short ribs, velvety pork belly, or luxurious gnocchi gorgonzola.