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Mauritson Vineyards The Zinfandels benefited from unusually long hang time, developing complex flavors with an unmistakable elegance. Vibrant aromas belie the silky tannin and soft rich mouth feel of this wine. Bright acidity was another advantage of the cool temperatures, giving the wine phenomenal balance. While not as overtly tannin as previous vintages, the grace that the 2006 Dry Creek Zinfandel exhibits will leave you cursing global warming and craving long, cool summers. Wine Spectator A zesty, old-fashioned Zinfandel, with briary cherry and sage aromas and rustic, burly blackberry and licorice flavors that finish with lively tannins. Best from 2010 through 2013. 2,157 cases made. Score: 87 - Tim Fish, 2009.
| Type | Red | | Varietal | Zinfandel, Petite Sirah
| | Vintage | 2006 | | Bottle size | 750mL | | Alcohol content | 15.1% | | Appellation | California – Sonoma County - Dry Creek Valley
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| | Wine Spectator | 87
| | Other | n/a |
The Vineyard
Not only is Block 5 the home of the winery, but it is also home to the
backbone of our Dry Creek zinfandel. Planted in 1980, these 27 year old vine
are just hitting their prime. Located at the corner of Dry Creek and Lytton
Springs Roads, it is somewhat hallowed ground for zinfandel. The sandy loam is
thick with river rock, as is much of the Dry Creek valley floor. The great
drainage in the soil produces smaller berries and limits the overall yields.
This is also one of the earliest vertical trellis systems in the valley, giving
us great canopy management, with mature vines. The resulting fruit is
prototypical Dry Creek valley zinfandel: full of bright berry fruits, black
pepper, silky tannins, and a long complex finish.
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Product #1183918
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