Peterson Single Vineyard Zinfandels

Tasting notes & discussion 53

Double Gold, 96 points ~ 2020 Harvest Terroir Challenge

Typically $33 - $36/bottle from Peterson Winery
Vintage 2016 from Dry Creek Valley
Available for AZ; CA; CO; DC; FL; GA; IA; ID; IL; IN; KS; LA; MA; ME; MN; MO; MT; NC; NE; NH; NJ; NM; NV; NY; OH; OR; RI; SC; TX; VT; WA; WI; WV; WY
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About Peterson Winery
For 30 years, Fred Peterson, and eventually his son Jamie, have been producing wine in Dry Creek Valley. With an old-world winemaking philosophy and strong desire to farm sustainably, the Petersons utilize “Zero Manipulation” techniques, with minimal tech and maximum care. Don’t take maximum care to mean intense care, though, as Zero Manipulation favors simultaneously the most gentle and traditional practices possible so that the flavors, aromatics and texture are natural and true to their roots.

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TASTING NOTES:
Tradizionale - “A concentrated, intense dark berry and plum essence fills the nose and beckons the first sip, which hooks you. From that first sip, it’s apparent the wine is perfectly balanced and offers depth of flavors, thanks to the old-vine field-blend grapes. Rich black raspberry, dark plum and bright cherry are laced with just the right amount of black pepper spice and acidity. Savor a kiss of oak along with traces of mocha and dark chocolate. The wine’s structure plays a notable role, yet does it so seamlessly that you may not notice it. As the flavors linger, you start to long for the next sip.” (AbV 16.2%, pH 3.38, TA 0.72 g/100mL)

Bernier Zinyard - “This Zin’s subtle approach lends to its sophistication and appeal. The nose presents Pinot-like qualities of earthy cherry and hints of rhubarb, but as it opens, the black pepper laced aromas let you know you’re about to sip a delicious Zinfandel. An easy entry of strawberry, red raspberry, plum and juicy cherry is joined mid-palate by a wave of spiciness—ground pepper and a touch of brown baking spices—and creamy mocha. The inviting, clean flavors provide a brightness that lingers on the palate.” (AbV 13.7%, pH 3.70, TA 0.64 g/100mL)

BARRELS:
Tradizionale - 22 months in 38% new Hungarian oak, 25% 2-year-old French oak, 37% 4-8 year-old neutral oak.

Bernier Zinyard - 22 months in 6-10 year-old neutral oak.

PAIRS WITH (winery recommended):
Tradizionale - ricotta eggplant roll-ups, or steak with creamy peppercorn sauce and a side of French fries.

Bernier Zinyard - barbecued chicken, Mexican lasagna, or a Margherita pizza.

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