Venge Vineyards - Zinfandel Signal Fire Vineyard NV (750ml) Veneto Veneto Pinot Grigio

Venge Vineyards - Zinfandel Signal Fire Vineyard NV (750ml) Veneto Veneto Pinot GrigioEight acres of gnarly old vine Zinfandel from the Signal Fire Vineyard, located in northern Calistoga, produce this dense wine with loads of blackberries, white pepper spice, sweet honeysuckle, and crushed herbs. This is approachable upon release and will age when cellared correctly, for 5 to 8 years. The small, individual lots of fruit were destemmed into open top fermenters, where a 5 day cold soak took place. The process of cooling the cap releases

the French version has more complexity in its tannin

5% Lagrein

(LPB):"  (4/2019)

concrete and neutral barrels

It evokes the cool

The rich and full palate is complemented by hints of French oak leading to a seamless finish

The ripe berry characters flow smoothly onto the palate

Cellar Selection JS95 James Suckling Aromas of dark plums

VINIFICATION AND AGING:

spices and wares

spice and tobacco aromas

The nose has smoky notes