1996 Mendocino Zinfandel

88 "Supple and generous, a harmonious wine that balances its plum and berry flavors on a nice edge of acidity, shading it all with a pretty layer of vanilla oak. Drink now through 2002." --Wine Spectator

"A luscious, smoothly textured Zinfandel, with rich fruitiness and toasty, oaky overtones. In aroma/flavor, it is reminiscent of plum, cherry, blackberry, vanilla, and caramel. Outstanding." --Restaurant Wine Magazine

1996 Mendocino Zinfandel	Awards
Grapes from Elizabeth Vineyards and Lolonis Vineyards, Redwood Valley 0.60 T.A., 3.61 pH 14.2% alcohol Bottled August 8, 1997 Released January 1, 1998 1095 cases produced $16.00 retail price	Double Gold, San Francisco Wine Competition Bronze, New World International Wine Competition