Dutcher Crossing, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Zinfandel 2019

Feb 2, 2022

By Rich Cook

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.            

Country / Region

Sonoma County, California

Appellation

Dry Creek Valley

Grape Variety

Zinfandel

Color

Red

Vintage

2019

Score

94

Price

US $ 50.00

Producer

Dutcher Crossing