98 Double Gold
Russian River Valley
Estate
Pinot Noir 2021
Wattle Creek Rockpile Zinfandel 2018
Collection
Wattle Creek
Wattle Creek’s unique style of wines from the Alexander Valley is refreshing and inspiring, and an approach that beautifully complements DeLoach Vineyard's wines from the Russian River Valley and our wider Boisset Collection wineries in Sonoma, Napa, and France.
Story
The Rockpile AVA of Sonoma County is a remote region ranging in elevations from 800 to 1200 feet, allowing for plentiful sunlight with less fog, thanks to an inversion layer created by nearby Lake Sonoma. The rocky hillsides stress the vines which results in small grape yields and concentrated, intense flavors.
Technical Notes
Appellation
Rockpile
Alcohol
15.5%
TA
6.1 G/L
Aging
17 months in 10% new French oak
Tasting Notes
A dark red in the glass, this Rockpile Zinfandel opens with intense aromas of raspberry, blueberry and black pepper. Robust and textured flavors of dried herbs, cedar and black plum coat the weighted palate. Dense tannins and good structure are followed by a long finish.
Pairs well with
Mushroom Risotto
Red and Gold Beet Salad with Pistachios and Feta
Herbed Roast Chicken
BLT Deviled Eggs
French Country Pâté Snack Board
Bacon Roasted Salmon with Mushroom Sauce
Baked Pasta with Sausage Fontina Summer Squash
Beef Bourguignonne
Braised Chicken with Celery Shallots Capers Olives
Brined Roasted Organic Chicken
Chicken Breasts with Wilted Spinach Bacon
Chipotle Crusted Pork Tenderloin on Polenta
Glazed Over Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon
Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms
Herb Marinated Mushrooms
Marinated Yellowfin Tuna Fillets
Pan Seared Duck Breast with Cassis Compote
Portobello Mushroom Lasagna
Salmon Mousse on Cucumbers
Shrimp Salmon Cakes
Vegetable Pizza with Spinach Feta Cheese
Venison Bacon Meat Loaf
