Bonterra Zinfandel Bottle:12 with orchard fruit pushing past

with orchard fruit pushing past the sherry influence

grapes are hand harvested and then carried out by helicopter

the wine hits the palate with a full-bodied

over ruby-red reflections

The wine of Steinmassl tend towards tension and minerality with perhaps a little less stone fruit and exotic richness found elsewhere

Bonterra Zinfandel Bottle:12 with orchard fruit pushing pastBlending Petite Sirah into this Zinfandel gave it greater perfume, color and complexity in the glass. A glint of purple against a deep red hue hints at the luscious aromas of violets, raspberry and strawberry on the nose. A rich palate of briery fruit, brown spice and vanilla is framed by a subtle thread of pepper and oak. The generous mid palate showcases soft tannins and balanced acidity.