2016 Paladin
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Inky black in color, this Zinfandel packs bright red raspberry, black pepper, clove and rose petal into an explosive aromatic profile. Unctuous flavors of Kirsch, cinnamon, charcuterie, and herbs are layered into an impressive and dense palate. The finish is powerful with supple tannins and refreshing acidity.
Vineyard Notes
100% Estate
Production Notes
Destemmed and cold soaked for 8 days with daily pump-overs. 12-day fermentation with a mix of delestages and pump-overs for cap management. 20-day total maceration.
Other Notes
Blend: 80% Zinfandel, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Paso Robles
Vineyard Designation
Estate
Acid
6.8 g/l
pH
3.59
Aging
Aged for 22 months in once and twice used barriques: 75% Hungarian, 25% French.
Fermentation
Destemmed and cold soaked for 8 days with daily pump-overs. 12-day fermentation with a mix of delestages and pump-overs for cap management. 20-day total maceration.
Bottling Date
July 16, 2018. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Alcohol %
15.2