The 2014 Chardonnay highlights our commitment to artfully blending for richness, intensity and balance from long-term vineyard partners in Carneros, Monterey, and Santa Barbara counties. The wine is aged for 10 months in 100% American oak barrels which contributes to the richness and complexity of the wine. Aromas of juicy pineapple, guava and lemon zest mingle with notes of sweet vanilla and honeysuckle. The palate is round, full bodied and boasts a core of bright tropical fruit that is balanced beautifully by natural acidity
This wine is showing aromas of guava, candied lemon and banana with hints of vanilla and honey. Full bodied on the palate, with pineapple, stewed pear and sweet toasty oak integrating nicely with the balanced acidity.
This is a wine that combines old and young vintages. Beginning with the 1992 vintage, ZD started holding back in barrel a small amount of each vintage of Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
The words “classic” and “perfect” were tossed around a lot after the 2012 growing season, and this vintage will always be remembered for its lack of drama! This wine is big and unctuous with a firm structure that gives it excellent aging potential. Aromas of cassis and black cherry mingle with hints of plum, star anise and sweet vanilla. The combination of fruit, oak and tannin integrate seamlessly to provide a long, powerful finish.
With a beautiful dark ruby color, the Pinot Noir has aromas of ripe strawberries and briary black cherry, mingling with a hint of vanilla, cedar, and rhubarb. The subtle oak nuances integrate perfectly with bright fruit, balanced acidity, and silky tannins.