"The 2013 Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard is dark, fleshy and seductive, with a good dose of aromatic lift from the sandy soils. Sweet red cherry, plum, spice and mint are laced together. Effortless and gracious, the 2013 hits all the right notes. The flavors are intense and aromatic, with plenty of rose petal and sweet red berry fruit notes." -Antonio Galloni
Robert Parker
RP89
"It represents the more feminine side of Lodi, particularly when compared to the blockbuster Dogtown. I often comment on different terroirs, and certainly the influences of beach-like, sandy soils are present in the 2013 Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard from Contra Costa County. Coming in at 15.2% alcohol, the wine is black and dark red-fruited, with plenty of pepper, spice and loads of round, opulent, silky characteristics. This particular offering didn’t offer the incredible finish that most of these 2013s seem to possess. It is medium-bodied, elegant and best drunk over the next 4-5 years." -Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Wine Spectator
WS90
"Dusty rose petal and raspberry aromas lead to fresh and supple flavors of cherry pie, toasted sage and fresh pepper. A pleasure to drink."
