2006 Hartford Highwire Vineyard, Russian River Valley Zinfandel
Product Description
Tasting Notes
Consistently distinctive cracked white pepper nuances differentiate the Highwire single-vineyard Zinfandel from our other Zinfandel bottlings. Intense, wild blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors complement white pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon notes in this sought after single vineyard Zinfandel.
Historic Acclaim 2004 Vintage: 91 points The Wine Advocate 2003 Vintage: 93 points The Wine Advocate 2001 Vintage: 94 points The Wine Advocate 2000 Vintage: 91 points The Wine Advocate 1999 Vintage: 92 points The Wine Advocate 1998 Vintage: 91 points Connoisseur's Guide 1997 Vintage: 90 points The Wine Advocate
Vineyard Character The 96-year-old Highwire Vineyard takes its name from the vineyards trellising systems: half of the parcel is head-trained and half is trained on an unusually high wire strung between each vine. This unconventional trellising method was devised by vineyard owner Lloyd Chelli to permit greater sun exposure and promote even ripening. Both sections of the vineyard are harvested separately and evaluated individually before selecting the best lots to ensure consistency in style of the incredibly unique 'Highwire' Vineyard Zinfandel.
The Chelli family cares deeply for the old vines behind their home. Their dedicated approach to farming is reflected in the character of the wine produced from their vineyard.
Wine Details Oak: 100% French oak, 47% new Time in oak: 10 months TA: 5.7g/L pH: 3.68 Alcohol: 15.6% Yeasts: Native and cultured Cases produced: 767 Unfiltered
Historic Acclaim 2004 Vintage: 91 points The Wine Advocate 2003 Vintage: 93 points The Wine Advocate 2001 Vintage: 94 points The Wine Advocate 2000 Vintage: 91 points The Wine Advocate 1999 Vintage: 92 points The Wine Advocate 1998 Vintage: 91 points Connoisseur's Guide 1997 Vintage: 90 points The Wine Advocate
Vineyard Character The 96-year-old Highwire Vineyard takes its name from the vineyards trellising systems: half of the parcel is head-trained and half is trained on an unusually high wire strung between each vine. This unconventional trellising method was devised by vineyard owner Lloyd Chelli to permit greater sun exposure and promote even ripening. Both sections of the vineyard are harvested separately and evaluated individually before selecting the best lots to ensure consistency in style of the incredibly unique 'Highwire' Vineyard Zinfandel.
The Chelli family cares deeply for the old vines behind their home. Their dedicated approach to farming is reflected in the character of the wine produced from their vineyard.
Wine Details Oak: 100% French oak, 47% new Time in oak: 10 months TA: 5.7g/L pH: 3.68 Alcohol: 15.6% Yeasts: Native and cultured Cases produced: 767 Unfiltered
