2008 Heritage Vineyard Red

The 2008 Heirloom Proprietary Red is a blend of 30% Zinfandel, 30% Carignan, and 40% mixed blacks from one of California’s oldest vineyards (120 years of age, with 18 different varietals). It is the type of wine you just can’t find anywhere else. It exhibits a dense purple color along with abundant aromas of chocolate, herbs, meat juices, spice box, and black as well as red fruits. A gorgeous, hedonistic, full-throttle red, it proves that the pioneers who planted these mixed black vineyards knew exactly what they were doing. With sweet tannins, good body, and 14%-15% natural alcohol, it should drink well for 4-5 years. Bravo to Morgan Twain-Peterson for proving that the younger generation is more than capable of kicking the older generation’s butt in terms of high quality wine! Made by Joel Peterson’s son, who appears to have already eclipsed his father in producing high quality wines, these are all innovative additions to the world of Rhone Ranger wines. Proprietor Morgan Twain-Peterson, who is not yet 30 years old, demonstrates an equally adept touch with his Syrah program. Tel. (707) 364-8763