BLUE BOOK TASTE PROFILE

Appellation: Russian River Valley
Varietal: Zinfandel


TASTE BENCHMARKS
  Profile #1
Bright, Generous Style
Appearance Medium-dark ruby color.
Aroma Rich plum, raspberry and black cherry, cardamom, spice.
Flavor Very bright and energetic. Rich fruit: cherry, raspberry, orange peel, with complexing elements of molasses, iodine.
Balance Bright acidity.
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS
Terroir Cooling Pacific breezes with substantial fog.