A distinctive, old fashioned California mountain Zin. It’s strong in alcohol, very ripe in blackberry flavor, and tannic and rustic in texture, with just a touch of Porty raisins.——S.H.(6/1/2004)—— 85

Juicy and ripe. You can taste the sun in every sip of the blackberry, blueberry and black cherry flavors. The wine is balanced and supple, maybe too soft, but that’s nitpicking. It’s Sierra-esque in its rugged, briary way. ——S.H.(11/1/2002)—— 86

One of the outstanding values in the over-inflated pricing of modern day California wines, this excellent Zinfandel offers a dark ruby/purple color in addition to sweet, briery, peppery, black cherry aromas with subtle earth in the background. It is medium to full-bodied, with the 15.1% alcohol well-concealed by the wine's fat and fleshiness. Pure, rich, and delicious, this is a wine for Zinfandel enthusiasts to buy by the case and enjoy over the next 3-4 years.Tel. (916) 265-9463