2023 BuonGuido Estate 'Ralph's Block' ZinfandelDry Creek Valley, Guido Family Vineyard
A vibrant garnet appearance creates a beautiful, bright first impression. Lovely aromas of bramble berry, bing cherry, and a hint of forest floor fill out the nose. Notes of black pepper, white pepper, anise, and all spice create a robust flavor profile. Fine tannins and punctual acid on the palate create a harmonious, warm balance that finishes with a hint of Sichuan pepper.
Farmed regenerative organically, ‘Ralph’s Block’ was aged in neutral and new French oak for 15 months. The block is named after the patriarch of our family. The rootstock and clone are unknown, much like my grandfather's trials and tribulations during his American immigration experience.
- Blend97% Zinfandel, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
- VineyardGuido Family Vineyard
- SoilHaire
- Elevation200-240 ft
- Farming Method100% Regenerative Organic
- Fermentation30 days
- Harvest DateOctober 10, 2023
- Planted1974
- Case Production1
- Alcohol15.2
- PH3.8
- TA5.3
- Block Ralph’s Zinfandel and Cataldi Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vine Spacing
- ClonesUnknown
- Barrel Aging14 months in Neutral Oak