Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel 2019

V I N E Y A R D S A blend comprised of Zinfandel from vineyards in Dry Creek and Alexander valleys.

RE G I M E N Aggressive hand canopy management was maintained throughout the season. Yield management techniques were employed to ensure even ripening and to keep crop loads in balance.

F E R M E N T A T I O N  R E G I M E N The grapes were hand harvested and sorted as clusters and berries before being transferred to various fermentation tanks, with a breakdown of: 65% pump-over fermentation in closed top stainless steel with delestage through tub and screen; 25% small open top fermentation with hand punch-down cap management; and 10% stainless steel rotary tank fermentation. Fermented on the skins from 7 to 12 days before being transferred to barrels to complete malolactic fermentation.

BARREL REGIMEN Aged 9 months in 77% American oak barrels (10% new); 23% neutral French oak.