Forchini (RRV)

AVA

Russian River Valley

Decade

1910s

County

Sonoma

Current Owner

James Forchini

Planted by

Augustino Lituanio

Location Notes

12320 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg and Limerick Lane

Wineries

Italian Swiss Colony, Asti

Historical Producers

Duckhorn, Forchini, Williams Selyem, Wine Guerrilla

Characteristics

Ripe berry with spice & pepper; lush and rich

Description

The vineyard is in a cooler climate and close to the Russian River, resulting in late breaking morning fog throughout the summer. Extended hang time for Zinfandel results in mature tannins. The vines are dry-farmed, on St. George rootstock, and produce low yields.

Submitted by

James Forchini

Certified