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2021 Zinfandel, Jack's Cabin Vineyard

Rockpile

2021 Zinfandel, Jack's Cabin Vineyard
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/ 750 ml
SKU: MW21ZNRPJC
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Zinfandel
Appellation
Rockpile
Vineyard Designation
Jack's Cabin
Composition
94% Zinfandel, 6% Petite Sirah
Production
822 cases
Aging
14 months in oak barrels 100% French
Alcohol %
14.75
Wine Spectator
92
Wine Enthusiast
92
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Wine Profile
Ratings
Wine Spectator 92 "Sinewy and a bit muscular right now, with concentrated blackberry and cherry flavors that take on crushed stone and underbrush accents toward broad-shouldered tannins."
Vineyard Notes
Named after one of the area’s earliest settlers, the Jack’s Cabin site has quite a colorful history. Though Jack Ireland’s primary occupation was clearing land for sheep and cattle grazing, he was most known for his moonshine and disregard for the law. Apparently, he spent many a night in the county jail. When my father, and grandfather before him, were growing up on the property, only the tattered remnants of Jack’s house remained. The old decrepit structure only strengthened the notion that the “cabin” was haunted, and thus was born the legend of Jack’s Cabin! Planted at nearly 950 feet in elevation and roughly 15 degrees slope, the Jack’s Cabin Vineyard is one of Rockpile’s premier sites. It has a southern sun exposure and is planted with the meandering natural slope of the bench. Relatively hidden from the coastal breezes that howl through Rockpile, this vineyard is the least stressed of all the blocks.
Winemaker Notes
Our 2021 Jack’s Cabin Zinfandel is a delicious and complex wine. Shy in its initial presentation, this incredible Rockpile Zinfandel is just starting to reveal its detail and incredible energy. Aromatics include sticky blackberry compote, espresso grounds and purple iris petal, with a soft dusting of cedar and vanilla. A beautiful intensity persists on the palate, with explosive fresh blue and black fruits, coffee bean and dried herbs. An almost chewy texture balances generous tannins and a lingering fresh finish. Please enjoy over the next 5-8 years.