Overripe, with raisin and prune flavors. Bitter tannins and high alcohol make for a tough, hot mouthfeel. Despite its problems, it’s a sound, rustic wine.——S.H.(11/1/2010)—— 82

Almost overripe, with oak-inspired currant and plum flavors that veer into raisins. But the wine is bone-dry and soft, with mellowing notes of chocolate. Finishes in a swirl of peppery spice.——S.H.(4/1/2009)—— 87

From the winery’s estate vineyard, which dates to the early 1900s and is dry-farmed, comes this classic Sonoma Zinfandel. It’s bone dry and firm in tannins, showing rich flavors of blackberries, black currants, mulberries, licorice, beef jerky, raisins and black pepper. Nice with short ribs and Mexican-inspired beef dishes. Drink now.——S.H.(4/1/2009)—— 92

Light-textured and a little bright. Rustic tannins frame spicy cherry and toast notes.——W.E.(11/1/2003)—— 82