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Paul Dolan Organic Zinfandel
Winery information: Under the leadership of Paul Dolan, former President of Fetzer Vineyards, Parducci are committed to socially responsible and environmentally sound agriculture and winemaking methods while working to enhance the quality, recognition and perception of Mendocino County Wines. The winery, the oldest
in Mendocino, was certified as organic by CCOF in 2003 and all vineyards are either certified as or in transition to organic and biodynamic status. 150 acres practice Fish Friendly Farming whereby the use of pesticides and other
controls which could be damaging to fish, are kept to an absolute minimum.
Vinification: 73.5% AGED 18 MONTHS IN NEUTRAL OAK, 20% AGED 18 MONTHS IN 1 YEAR OLD, AMERICAN OAK, 6.5% AGED 9 MONTHS IN NEW AMERICAN OAK
Tasting Note: Bursts from the glass with jammy, blackberry and brambleberry aromas, augmented by tantalizing spice and earth tones. On the palate, the wine is rich, deep and juicy with big, spicy, blackberry and black raspberry flavours that are beautifully balanced and enriched by subtle chocolate tones.
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