I’m happy to see Renwood designating this vineyard again after a brief hiatus – it’s one of the older Amador sites and produces some great fruit. This bottling exhibits bright bramble jam aromas, but isn’t at all sweet on the palate, focusing on a balance of raspberry, fall spice and pepper with good grip and a long finish that brings a touch of sweet oak forward. Classic Amador Zin! A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
Renwood, Amador County (California) Zinfandel 2013
By Rich Cook