Alexander Valley Vineyards Zinfandel Redemption 2011

The red rocky soil of the hillside vineyard on Dry Creek Road produces smaller berries with higher acidity and dark fruit flavors of blackberry and blueberry. While the gravelly loam soil at the West Dry Creek Road vineyard on the valley floor produces fruit with pronounced jammy flavors of black cherry, plum and black pepper. (winery note)

Food Pairings

Grilled meats and poultry. Especially leg of lamb, sausages and brats, burgers, steak. Barbecue or spicy seasonings.