2016 Bodega Rancho ‘Craighead Vineyard’ Zinfandel

Deep crimson color. Nose of red fruits, savory and bright. Mouthfeel is smooth, supple and clean, with smooth tannins that lead flavors of wild blackberries, red plums and white pepper. Great structure and balance. From the oldest planted vineyard in Sonoma Coast. Outstanding example of ancient vine wine.

Derek Beitler is a young and up-and-coming winemaker in Napa Valley. He has been making wine since 2005 and currently works side by side with his cousin Joey Wagner (Caymus family). Derek’s wines are high quality, artisan production, from long-term vineyard contracts he has maintained since 2005. These are exceptional wines from a talented wine artisan