Hartford 1999 Hartford Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley)

Country: US / Hartford Vineyard
Variety: Zinfandel California
Winery: Hartford / Russian River Valley

From the old vineyard in back of Don Hartford’s house, this 15.7% alcohol Zin is big—but it’s no brute. It’s full of dark, rich blackberries, layered with chocolate and black pepper. The velvety texture carries through the long finish, picking up hints of black licorice. Editors’ Choice.