Williams Selyem - Zinfandel Papera Vineyard 2022 (750ml)

 
WA
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JD
96

Price: $146.00

Producer Williams Selyem
Country USA
Region Sonoma
Subregion Russian River
Varietal Zinfandel
Vintage 2022
Sku 9388
Size 750ml

Jeb Dunnuck: 96 Points

A buoyant and fun wine exemplifying the playful, joyful side of Zinfandel, the richly ruby-hued 2022 Zinfandel Papera Ranch is from old vines and has a fantastic perfume of black raspberry coulis, a hint of fresh blue fruit, preserved violets, and sweet herbs. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the palate but is bright and light on its feet, with fantastic buoyancy balancing this fine line pf ripeness, and it’s juicy and pure all the way through, with beautifully refined spice. The wine includes a touch of 7% Carignane, and all the fruit is destemmed. Drink 2024-2037.

These are the spring releases from Williams-Selyem and were tasted with Vice President and Director of Winemaking Jeff Mangahas at the estate in the Russian River Valley.

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Wine Advocate: 95 Points

The 2022 Zinfandel Papera Vineyard comes from vines planted in 1934 and the wine was matured for 13 months in 25% new oak. It?s bursting with scents of peach wild berry jam rooibos tea and resinous herbs. The medium-bodied palate features intense layered floral flavors. It has a finely chalky frame bright acidity and a long complex finish. 342 cases were made. Published: Oct 10 2024