Red as red can be, this Zinfandel is a full-bodied, intense personality, holding a bouquet of rose petals and violets in front of smooth berry, vanilla and butterscotch flavors. Winemaker Dinners have paired it with Muscovy Duck Breast, Rack of Lamb, Ahi Tuna and (for a Winemaker Lunch) Blue Cheese Hamburgers.

87 points, Connoisseur’s Guide (January 2007): “… nicely defined … berries, oak and soft chocolate … ripe and rounded Zinfandel’s flavors.”

“...a complete wine... a little cloud of Zinfandel heaven.” —Thom Elkjer, WineCountry.com (August 9, 2007).

“… stunning proof that Dry Creek Valley is the home of great Zinfandel … Barry and Susan Collier have made a name for themselves with polished Zins with dazzling cherry, raspberry, rose petal and creamy vanilla flavors.” —Peter Marks, Copia.

“Elegant. Notes of cherry, raspberry, blackberry, herbs and spices.” Press Democrat, January 2007

Gold Medal, Orange County Fair
Gold Medal, North of the Gate Wine Competition
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Gold Medal, San Francisco International Wine Competition

This wine was recently featured in The California Wine Club's wine of the month club.