Pagani Ranch Heritage
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, though its exceptional natural acidity and structure can support longer cellaring.
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Grilled rosemary lamb chops, slow-braised beef short ribs, wild mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Pagani Ranch is one of Sonoma Valley's most legendary and visually striking vineyards, with its oldest head-trained vines dating back to the late 1890s when they were planted by the Pagani family. Situated in Kenwood, this historic site features gravelly clay loam soils and a unique microclimate that experiences dramatic diurnal temperature swings. Bedrock Wine Co.'s Pagani Ranch Heritage is a traditional field blend that pays homage to California's early viticultural history. The blend is typically dominated by ancient-vine Zinfandel, but it is uniquely defined by a significant portion of Alicante Bouschet—a rare teinturier grape with red flesh that contributes deep color and structural intensity—alongside Petite Sirah and other minor heritage varieties. Crafted with minimal intervention and aged in French oak, the wine is celebrated for its striking balance of dark, voluptuous fruit, exotic spice notes, and a vibrant, refreshing acidity characteristic of the site.
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Founded in 2007 by winemaker Morgan Twain-Peterson MW in Sonoma, California, Bedrock Wine Co. is dedicated to preserving and showcasing California's historic, old-vine vineyards. Operating out of Sonoma, the winery focuses on crafting expressive, site-driven wines from ancient, often field-blended vineyards planted in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Bedrock is highly acclaimed for its field-blend 'Heritage' wines, particularly from the iconic Bedrock Vineyard in the Sonoma Valley, alongside exceptional single-vineyard Zinfandels, Syrahs, and field-blended whites. Through minimal-intervention winemaking, they champion the preservation of California's viticultural heritage, producing wines of remarkable complexity, structure, and longevity. Address: 414 1st St E, 95476 Sonoma, California, United States Website: https://bedrockwineco.com