Bedrock Wine Co. was founded by Morgan Twain-Peterson in 2007 and focuses on small production wines from many of California’ s most treasured and historic vineyards. The lineup of wines at Bedrock is expanding rapidly, but I think the best of the best are the ancient vineyard Zinfandels, Morgan is clearly passionate about.
Carlisle Vineyard, planted in 1927, lies in the Piner/Olivet area of the Russian River Valley. Around the intersection of these two roads you can find a rare clumping of old vineyards that have somehow survived the last 100+ years. Papera, Mancini, Saitone and Montafi to name a few. The vineyard is approximately 90% Zinfandel and a vast array of other field blend varietals.
I wrote about Carisle Vineyard previously in Top 10 Old Vine Zinfandel Vineyards.
Crimson in color. 14.5% ABV. Savory nose of red and black fruits, plums, anise and pepper. Medium body with perfect acidity. Well balanced and fruit forward. Cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and pepper on the the palate. Exceptional length on the finish. Delicious wine that disappeared in no time. Best over the next several years.
My rating: 93 points.
The mailing list at Bedrock is highly recommended. Exceptional wines, fair prices and great customer service. Put your name on the waiting list.