Sobon Estate "Cougar Hill" Zinfandel

Sobon Estate “Cougar Hill” Zinfandel

WHY WE LOVE IT

  • The grapes for this Pinot Noir come from a 65-year-old sustainably grown vineyard.
  • Hand harvested.
  • This plot is named for the cougar that travels through the vineyard making its way to the pond for water.

Varietal Composition: 100% Zinfandel

Elaboration: With its own special microclimate near our large pond, this 65-year-old sustainably grown vineyard has a unique northern exposed hillside. This gives us the sleekest and most elegant of all our single-vineyard offerings.

Tasting Notes: Full-bodied with superbly integrated flavors of dried fruit and herbal aromatics leading to a silky smooth texture with mid pallet hints of huckleberry, cocoa, dried cranberries, and a signature mountain brambly character. Rich and satisfying with a warm lingering finish.

PRESS

2019 – 93 Wine Enthusiast

PRODUCER BACKGROUND

The Sobon Estate winery started in 1989 when Leon and Shirley Sobon bought each other a second winery for their 30th wedding anniversary present. They purchased the historic D’Agostini Winery, one of the oldest in the state. This winery has been designated as California State Historic Landmark #762. This site was chosen not only for its historical winery, but also for its vineyards and vineyard land. The old vine Zinfandel was retained, and the other vineyards replanted with the best varieties and clones.

The Sobon Estate label launched the estate line of wines for the Sobon Family — the best wines from their own grapes. Over the years, Leon garnered many National and International awards for Sobon Estate and Shenandoah Vineyards wines. Both family label wines are distributed nationally, as well as internationally in Canada, Switzerland and Hong Kong. Leon is widely recognized as a leader in the wine industry and has actively participated in many industry boards and committees. He is also sought after as a judge for many prestigious wine-tasting competitions. Today … the winemaking and business aspects continue to be a family affair. Shirley is the Finance & Gallery Manager while Leon contributes his years of winemaking knowledge to every vintage. Sons Paul, Robert, and Son in-Law Tom Quinn continue the family tradition that began all those years ago.

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