2009 Forchini Vineyard South Knoll Zinfandel

The last time these blocks were bottled separately was in 2001. The sandier soils of this block (compared to the North Flats) show the classic old vine Zin characteristics we have all come to expect. The nose exhibits concentrated blackberries and wild raspberry jam with spice and toffee. In your mouth the rich and full tannins are only masked by the power of the berry fruits and balanced acidity that keeps those flavors lingering on and on in the finish. Concentrated and complex, this wine will drink very well now and mature nicely well into the future.