Mauritson – Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel
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USA - CA
Sonoma County
Wine
Red
The Facts
Origins USA - CA > Sonoma County > Dry Creek Valley
Appellation Dry Creek Valley
Varietal Zinfandel
Cepage 91% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah
Aging 14 months in 100% French Oak
Annual Production Approximately 1300 cases annually
Markets Texas
Trade and Media
The Character
Aromas Ripe summer blackberry, pomegranate seed, sweet spice and crushed violet candy mingle with vanilla.
Tasting Notes At the time of bud break in late March, we had only received about 20% of our annual rainfall. Because it looked to be another overall low rainfall year, many growers early on adjusted their farming practices, including dropping fruit earlier in the season to keep the vines strong. Despite the drier weather, the ripening period that falls between mid-August to late October was nearly flawless. Long, warm days meant picking decisions could be scheduled without haste. Grapes patiently hung on the vines, waiting to be harvested at their ultimate balance of flavor, freshness and intensity. The Zinfandels of the 2021 vintage are simply transcendent. Seductive and precise with incredible depth and sophistication. Perfumed ripe summer blackberry, pomegranate seed, sweet spice and crushed violet candy mingle beautifully with sweet pie crust, almond paste and vanilla pod aromas. On the palate, this Zinfandel is energetic and multi-faceted. Details of fresh dark fruit and toasted coffee bean give way to a core of inviting, plush tannins and a long fresh finish. Despite its early accessibility, this incredible Zinfandel also will be generous in its enjoyability for at least 7+ years.
Awards 94pts Wine Spectator, 92pts Jeb Dunnuck, 92pts Wine Enthusiast
Sustainability Certified Sustainable, Minimal Intervention / Augmentation, Natural Fermentation
The Story
This is where it all began! In 1998, Clay Mauritson produced his first bottling of Dry Creek Zinfandel under the Mauritson Wines label.
About Mauritson
Brand Story
The Mauritson family has been growing grapes in the Dry Creek Valley since 1868 when their great-great-great grandfather first planted vines in what is now the Rockpile appellation. Clay Mauritson was determined to add winemaking to the family business and released the inaugural Mauritson Wines vintage in 1998. Today, the family still manages many acres of vineyards across Sonoma County. They produce boutique wines, using only select vineyards that truly exhibit a sense of place.
Brand Story
The Mauritson family has been growing grapes in the Dry Creek Valley since 1868 when their great-great-great grandfather first planted vines in what is now the Rockpile appellation. Clay Mauritson was determined to add winemaking to the family business and released the inaugural Mauritson Wines vintage in 1998. Today, the family still manages many acres of vineyards across Sonoma County. They produce boutique wines, using only select vineyards that truly exhibit a sense of place.
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