Herzog Special Reserve Zinfandel, Lodi 2006
Two separate harvests eleven days apart captured the peak maturity of the grapes. The wine was aged in new French and American oak barrels for 8 months as well as neutral barrels for 5 months. A rich and powerful wine with lush texture and well-defined blackberry flavors. Note the spicy black pepper finish. This vintage was rated 89 points—Highly Recommended and awarded a Silver Medal from the Beverage Testing Institute
For six generations, the Herzog family produced award-winning, quality wines in their native Czechoslavakia. Since moving to the United States in 1948, that tradition has continued under the seventh and eighth generations, with a commitment to excellence undiminished by time. The winery is named after Philip Herzog who, in his position as exclusive supplier of wines to the Emperor Franz Joseph, was awarded the title of Baron in the late 1800s. Reflecting their desire to improve the environment, Herzog Wines are produced utilizing sustainable winegrowing polices and practices directed toward improving their wines and their environment.