Forchini (RRV)

AVA
Russian River Valley
Decade
1910s
County
Sonoma
Current Owner
James Forcini
Planted by
Augustino Lituanio
Location Notes

12320 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg and Limerick

Wineries

Italian Swiss Colony, Asti

Historical Producers

Duckhorn, Forchini, Silliams Seylem, Wine Guerrilla

Characteristics

Ripe berry with spice & pepper; lush and rich

Description

Cool climate, close to Russian River. Lots of late breaking fog in summer. Extended hang time for Zinfandel results in mature tannins. Dry farmed, low production, St. George rootstock.

Submitted by
James Forchini
Certified