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Seghesio Zinfandel 2021 "Cortina" Dry Creek Valley Sonoma County
Seghesio Zinfandel 2021 "Cortina" Dry Creek Valley Sonoma CountySeghesio Zinfandel 2021 "Cortina" Dry Creek Valley Sonoma County
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NOTES: In 2023, abundant rainfall at the start of the growing season brought both benefits and challenges, including saturated soils and delays in cultural practices. As sunny weather arrived, regenerative vineyard management was implemented, featuring adjusted timing of practices, maintaining active roots in the soil, using vineyard crimpers, and establishing cover crops of 8–10,000 pounds per acre to protect and enrich the soil. A needs based fungicide schedule reduced applications, while mechanical canopy lifting expanded to nearly 200 acres for precise management. Favorable summer conditions with cool nights, mild afternoons, and no extreme heat ensured a smooth harvest of high-quality fruit. Post-harvest efforts included cover crop experimentation, pruning, and planning for the next year. The grapes were harvested between October 6th and October 23rd, 2023.
VITICULTURE & WINEMAKING: All grapes were hand-picked and sorted at the winery, gently destemmed, and transferred to small open-top fermentors without being pumped. The fermentations were macerated by pneumatic punch downs throughout the fermentation on skins which lasted from 7 to 10 days. Free run juice was drained and settled briefly before being transferred to barrels to complete malolactic fermentation. The wines were aged for 15 months in 15% new French Oak and 85% neutral French and American.
TASTING NOTES: Aromas of briary black raspberry, sweet red cherries, lavender, and graham cracker crust introduce this elegant Zinfandel. The vibrant entry flows seamlessly into a silky mid-palate, where subtle hints of cocoa powder and bright acidity build, adding layers of complexity. Fine-grain, cacao powder-like tannins provide structure and length on the finish, leaving a lasting impression of richness and a touch of spice. Our Dry Creek Zinfandel is exceptionally versatile, pairing beautifully with lamb, creamy pasta, and an array of veggie dishes
