Holiday Winemaker 6-Pack
Director of Winemaking Ryan Schmaltz has curated an extraordinary six-bottle collection featuring Barrel Select wines and estate wines perfect for the holiday season. Whether as a thoughtful gift for a loved one’s cellar or the ideal complement to your festive meals, these wines are sure to impress. Each set includes a winemaker-signed bottle and a handwritten card with your personal message—a truly special way to celebrate with the very best.
2021 Barrel 32 Zinfandel | Barrel Select | Barrel 32 represents the pinnacle of our winemaking, selected from the most exceptional barrels of each vintage. The inaugural 2008 vintage set the standard for this full-bodied, plush wine, showcasing opulent aromas of raspberries, roses, and hawthorn. The 2021 vintage has layers of star anise, vanilla, and red and dark fruit that are beautifully complemented by a velvety texture and supple, rounded tannins, leading to a long, memorable finish. Crafted from our finest barrels, this wine is designed to wow now and evolve gracefully over time. Nearly sold out, this special barrel select wine is a rare gem that will elevate any occasion—don’t miss your chance to secure a bottle.
2021 Lily Hill Estate Zinfandel | The 2021 Lily Hill Estate Zinfandel, our flagship estate wine, showcases the beauty of old vines with award-winning elegance. Lush aromas of dark fruit, cedar, and cassis lead to a rich texture and velvety tannins, making it a true expression of our vineyard’s legacy.
2021 Sailor + The Cow Zinfandel | An elegant and powerful nose of wild raspberry, Chambord, minerality and secondary aromas of eucalyptus and dusty earth offer a welcoming entry for the 2019 The Sailor + The Cow zinfandel. Both red and blue fruits lead to lots of structure, aided by the 17% syrah. Chewy, structured tannins are beautifully matched with bright acidity and an incredibly long finish that welcomes itself as a food pairing.
2021 Stone's Throw Estate Zinfandel | The 2021 Stone's Throw estate zinfandel is a bold and robust expression of its unique terroir. Cultivated in rocky soils with varied vineyard exposures, this wine captures the essence of our estate's diverse landscape, producing powerful zinfandels. Each vineyard exposure is meticulously monitored, and the grapes are harvested at their optimal ripeness within a precise harvest window, ensuring peak complexity. Aged for 20 months in 25% new French oak, this zinfandel delivers rich, concentrated flavors of dark fruit and earthy undertones, balanced with medium acidity for a deep, lingering finish. The enticing aroma of rich blackberries and the velvety texture make this wine a bold and intriguing taste experience.
2021 Trot + Follow Zinfandel | Barrel Select | The 2021 Trot + Follow offers a delightful and approachable experience, showcasing rich cherry notes reminiscent of cherry pie. Aromas of nutmeg weave through both the nose and palate, adding warmth and depth. This wine strikes a charming balance between ripe fruit and elegant spice. Given a little time, its texture will evolve into a smooth, satiny texture. It pairs beautifully with dishes that have rich, savory flavors, where its fruit-forward profile and soft spice notes can complement and elevate almost any meal.
2021 Westphall Vineyard Zinfandel | Renowned for its steep peaks and strong winds, Westphall Vineyard produces exceptional zinfandels. Perched high above Lake Sonoma at an elevation of 1,250 feet, this vineyard's scarce water, thin soils, and thick rock bed create challenging conditions for the vines. This struggle yields fruit with remarkable intensity and complexity. The 2021 vintage is an elegant wine, bursting with aromas of bright red fruit and nuanced notes of red currants. On the palate, it offers vibrant acidity and a smooth, satin texture, complemented by harmonious undertones of Herbs de Provence and subtle hints of tobacco. The finish leaves a lingering impression, making this zinfandel truly unforgettable.