Widely hailed as a standout year for California wines, the 2023 vintage has delivered fruit of incredible concentration and balance; A quality showcased brilliantly in Bedrock Winery's latest release. This Heritage bottling from their iconic Bedrock Vineyard is a vibrant expression of this exceptional year and the meticulous winemaking for which Bedrock is known, culminating in a sensational 97-point score from Wine Spectator.
It's easy to say that Morgan Twain-Peterson was born into the wine industry... so let's start there. As the owner and winemaker of acclaimed Bedrock Winery, a venture he co-owns with partner Chris Cottrell, Morgan carries on a rich family legacy as the son of Ravenswood winemaker and Zinfandel legend Joel Peterson. At the age of 5, Morgan was able to distinguish Merlot from Zinfandel, and being the son of Joel, that made for some early learning of winemaking basics and eventually the essential techniques for fine winemaking. But Joel didn't stop there. He went onto other wineries and regions to learn other methods, like working in the McLaren Vale region of Australia, and even working as a visiting winemaker at Château Lynch Bages in Bordeaux. Oh yeah... and he passed the Master of Wine exam!
This wine is a captivating tapestry woven from 135-year-old vines from the Bedrock vineyard, and is a field blend primarily of Zinfandel, Carginan, and Mataro, with whispers of other heritage varieties adding nuanced complexity. Grown in a vineyard farmed regeneratively and organically, this wine embodies a harmonious relationship with the environment. This mindful approach to viticulture likely contributes to the wine's vibrant character and sense of place. This vintage unfolds with aromas of ripe raspberries and black cherries intertwined with savory notes of dried herbs, dusty earth, and a hint of cracked pepper. On the palate, its both vibrant and generous, boasting juicy red and dark fruit flavors framed by supple tannins and a refreshing acidity that carries through to a long, expressive finish.
The highest score Wine Spectator has ever given to a domestic Zinfandel or Zinfandel-blend is 97 points, and that has only happened three times. But now, they have added a 4th wine to that list, as this release from Bedrock has earned that stratospheric 97-point score! Wine Spectator called this wine "Impeccably structured and infused with personality", but you might call this your new favorite!
WINE SPECTATOR 97 POINTS - "Impeccably structured and infused with personality and polish, this red unfolds with black cherry and raspberry flavors framed by orange peel, garrigue, brown baking spices and clove while building richness and tension toward medium-grained tannins. Zinfandel, Carignan and Mataro. Drink now through 2035. 1,200 cases made."
It's easy to say that Morgan Twain-Peterson was born into the wine industry... so let's start there. As the owner and winemaker of acclaimed Bedrock Winery, a venture he co-owns with partner Chris Cottrell, Morgan carries on a rich family legacy as the son of Ravenswood winemaker and Zinfandel legend Joel Peterson. At the age of 5, Morgan was able to distinguish Merlot from Zinfandel, and being the son of Joel, that made for some early learning of winemaking basics and eventually the essential techniques for fine winemaking. But Joel didn't stop there. He went onto other wineries and regions to learn other methods, like working in the McLaren Vale region of Australia, and even working as a visiting winemaker at Château Lynch Bages in Bordeaux. Oh yeah... and he passed the Master of Wine exam!
This wine is a captivating tapestry woven from 135-year-old vines from the Bedrock vineyard, and is a field blend primarily of Zinfandel, Carginan, and Mataro, with whispers of other heritage varieties adding nuanced complexity. Grown in a vineyard farmed regeneratively and organically, this wine embodies a harmonious relationship with the environment. This mindful approach to viticulture likely contributes to the wine's vibrant character and sense of place. This vintage unfolds with aromas of ripe raspberries and black cherries intertwined with savory notes of dried herbs, dusty earth, and a hint of cracked pepper. On the palate, its both vibrant and generous, boasting juicy red and dark fruit flavors framed by supple tannins and a refreshing acidity that carries through to a long, expressive finish.
The highest score Wine Spectator has ever given to a domestic Zinfandel or Zinfandel-blend is 97 points, and that has only happened three times. But now, they have added a 4th wine to that list, as this release from Bedrock has earned that stratospheric 97-point score! Wine Spectator called this wine "Impeccably structured and infused with personality", but you might call this your new favorite!
WINE SPECTATOR 97 POINTS - "Impeccably structured and infused with personality and polish, this red unfolds with black cherry and raspberry flavors framed by orange peel, garrigue, brown baking spices and clove while building richness and tension toward medium-grained tannins. Zinfandel, Carignan and Mataro. Drink now through 2035. 1,200 cases made."
