Quivira "Black Boar" Zinfandel 2021
(Dry Creek Valley, California) - [WE 92]

About the winery:

Founded in 1981 by Holly and Henry Wendt, Quivira was born from a shared passion for the natural beauty and winemaking heritage of Dry Creek Valley. In 2006, Pete and Terri Kight took the reins, carrying forward a legacy of quality winegrowing and a steadfast commitment to organic farming practices.

For decades, Quivira has been dedicated to restoring Wine Creek, a vital waterway for Coho salmon and Steelhead trout that flows through our estate, merging with Dry Creek. We are also proud to care for a 150-year-old fig tree, a living testament to the vibrant ecosystem we cultivate here.

The Wine:

A block selection from the Estate Zinfandel Vineyard, Black Boar has a bold, rich style and red spicy fruit that exemplify the qualities of Dry Creek Valley. This wine is crafted in the vineyard and finishes barrel aging in the cellar two years later for optimum balance. Daily pumpovers and punch downs follow during fermentation, and the wine ages in a mix of French, American and Hungarian oak (about 20% new) with only medium toast barrels used so the expression of fruit and terroir are not muddled.

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:
"Great concentration, succulent berry-fruit flavors and a firm, appetizing texture make this wine well-balanced and palate-pleasing. Pair it with all kinds of meats, poultry and pastas. Made from certified organic grapes."