The Maple Vineyard is a dry-farmed site with a distinctive mix of vine age, from over 100 years old to much more recently planted – it seems to allow bold ripeness without sacrificing the peppery character so prized by fans. Kerry Damskey’s team has a long track record of handling the dry farmed fruit to its optimal expression, and this bottle continues the string with sturdy structure carrying blackberry, pepper, chocolate and a zesty kiss in the finish. It’s big, and it satisfies completely. A Platinum Award winner at the 2022 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge.
Dutcher Crossing, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Zinfandel 2019
By Rich Cook