Zesty and dark fruited, the signature blackberry and brambly aromatics of this Zinfandel jump from the glass. Hints of Tellicherry peppercorn add an intriguing floral, spiciness to the nose. Robust tannins give way to black fruit flavors and anise. The fresh acidity keeps the wine light on its feet and carries it to a long finish reminiscent of grapefruit zest. These old vines create a wine with extract that saturates and stains the palate with flavor and density.
2022 Papera Vineyard Zinfandel
Reviews
95 / Robert Parker
The 2022 Zinfandel Papera Vineyard comes from vines planted in 1934, and the wine was matured for 13 months in 25% new oak. It’s bursting with scents of peach, wild berry jam, rooibos tea and resinous herbs. The medium-bodied palate features intense, layered, floral flavors. It has a finely chalky frame, bright acidity and a long, complex finish. – E.B.
94 / Wine Spectator
Robust yet refined, with focused raspberry and boysenberry flavors that are accented by savory anise and green peppercorn notes as this builds tension toward briary tannins. Drink now through 2034. – T.F.
- Alcohol
- 15.00%
- pH
- 3.31
- TA
- 0.72g/100mL
- Barrel Aging
- 13 months
- Barrel Selection
- 25% New, 25% 1 yr., 25% 2 yr., 25% 3 yr + older
When to Drink
2025-2032
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