BLACK BOAR | 2019
Zinfandel
DRY CREEK VALLEY
A dual-vineyard estate wine based on the rich, opulent fruit from the dynamic
duo of Anderson Ranch and Wine Creek Ranch. The wines name was inspired
by the wild boars that are apt to roam the hillside vineyards who simply cant
resist our tasty fruit. They are wild and sauvagelike this bold Zinfandel.
On the winemaking side, there was nothing fancy whatsoever. Simple,
classical, old-school winemaking with a lot of attention to detail.
WINEMAKER HUGH CHAPPELLE
C C O F C E RT I F I E D E S TAT E V I N E YA R D S
? Black Boar Zinfandel focuses on the later, riper pickings of Anderson Ranch to give this
wine a solid, dark-fruit focused core, with healthy natural acidity. For this vintage, heritage
clone plantings from Wine Creek Ranch also played a big role. This was the first year these
younger vine plantings really came into their own and were able to add a new layer to this
wine, while allowing the purity of the Anderson Ranch fruit to shine through. Both estate
vineyard sites are CCOF certified organic. 63% Anderson Ranch, 37% Wine Creek Ranch
V I N TA G E
? Winter and spring were very warm with the balance of the season being much cooler.
Mays rain drove vigorous canopy growth and increased cluster weights demanding more
work from our vineyard crew.
W I N E M A K I N G
? A 3-5 day cold-soak was followed by a warm fermentation that lasted 3 weeks. This was
the first year we embraced an infusion approach to fermentation and reduced the fre-
quency of punch downs and pump overs to extract aroma, flavor, color and tannin. Malo-
lactic fermentation occurred 100% in a mix of French, Hungarian and American oak barrels
(25% new). All barrel wood was air dried for a minimum of 3 years, and lightly toasted to
accentuate the fruit, not the cooper. Total time in barrel was approx. 18 months.
TA S T I N G N OT E S
? Delicate garnet color that spreads into a bright ruby. The nose is full of dried leaves,
forest floor and dark fruits of plum, current and blackberries. Medium bodied with pow-
dery tannins and layers of intertwining flavors. A feminine and juicy example of Black Boar
with brighter notes in the mouth. Blueberries, fresh strawberries, and a hint of caramel.
Dark chocolate and cocoa powder interwoven with a touch of toasted coconut. The finish
is long with a hint of bitter herb to keep up with the hallmark Quivira acidity.
? This vintage is like the 2016 in its taut structure and is certain to reward further aging
through 2027-2028 with good storage. Amazing with classic pairings of BBQ brisket,
grilled meats, and wild game but light enough for salmon over mashed parsnips.
VA R I E TA L C O M P O S I T I O N
? 85% Zinfandel, 15% Petite Sirah
H A RV E S T D AT E S
? September 26 – October 14, 2019
p H | TA
? 3.35 | 0.59
A L C O H O L
? 14.9%
AG I N G
? Aged 18 mo. in French Oak
25% New
P RO D U C T I O N
? 839 Cases