2002 Ravenswood, Zinfandel, Barricia, Sonoma

According to the notes from the winery, this Zinfandel is made from 110 year old vines in the Barricia Vineyard. The nose on this wine opened slowly to black cherry and raspberry flavors. The forward palette had black cherry and strawberry with hints of chocolate. The wine is well structured, with lots of acidity and a long fruity finish with a good dose of tannins. This is a very good, elegant Zin. It was initially tight, but opened up nicely. The alcohol is 14.7%, which showed a little on the finish. 1860 cases produced. Currently available ($32.). My rating 86.

Tasted 1/14/2005