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2017 Bedrock Wine Company Papera Ranch Heritage

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October 1, 2023 - $36

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RATINGS

96Vinous / IWC

...one of the most refined wines in this range. Bedrock pulls fruit from a section of the vineyard that has 40% Carignan, along with another 10 varieties that round out the Zinfandel-based field blend, which gives the wine an unusual amount of complexity and nuance. Bright red-toned fruit, sweet, floral aromatics and silky tannins give the Papera much of its incredibly distinctive personality.

94Wine Spectator

Dark and deeply structured, with spirited blackberry, bitter chocolate, grilled herb and cracked pepper flavors that build richness and tension toward polished tannins.

92The Wine Advocate

...savory aromas of autumn leaves, tree bark and earth with warm blueberries, red berry sparks and white stone fruits. The medium-bodied palate is dense and packed with perfumed fruits, framed by chewy tannins and great freshness, finishing very long and flavorful.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma County

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.