2005 Williams Selyem Zinfandel Bacigalupi Vineyard
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Similarly styled, but less concentrated than the Feeney is the richly fruity 2005 Zinfandel Bacigalupi Vineyard. Excellent richness and depth are found in this pretty, somewhat Burgundian-styled Zin (although it has more power than most Pinot Noirs). Tel. (707) 433-6425; Fax (707) 433-6546
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Deep ruby. Warm and ripe, with dense dark berry aromas and a bright, peppery quality. Broad dark berry and cherry flavors show impressive density and power, with soft tannins adding support on the finish. With air this took on a more elegant red berry quality. Cabral says that the vines in this warm site are about 90 years old.
About the producer
Williams Selyem is an iconic Russian River Valley winery best known for its Pinot Noir. Producing restrained yet classically Californian expressions of the heartbreak grape (as well as a host of other wines), the property has gone from pioneer to one of the region’s standard-bearers.