Mount Peak Winery Mount Peak Rattlesnake 2021 750ml

A burly, full-bodied wine overflowing with dried fruit flavors. Made from grapes from the Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso vineyard and dosed with 5% petite sirah. Moderate tannins and a surprising dash of good fruit acidity keep it lively while being super-ripe and rather high in alcohol. Dried grapes, dried plums, blackberries and hints of black pepper and orange oil. Drink or hold.

The 2021 Zinfandel Rattlesnake contains 6% Petite Sirah and was matured for 14 months in 30% new French and American oak. It has open, inviting aromas of red and black cherries and plums, charcuterie, cardamom and star anise. The full-bodied palate is velvety and refreshing with layered, perfumed flavors, integrated oak spices and a long finish. 4,406 cases produced.

A gutsy red that retains a sense of finesse, with deeply structured blackberry, licorice and black pepper flavors that build toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2030. 5,783 cases made. (Tim Fish)

A big bruiser of a red, offering concentrated blackberry and cherry flavors, with savory anise and smoked pepper flavors. Finishes with a bit of tannin. Best after 2024. 4,406 cases made.