2002 A. Rafanelli Zinfandel - USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (6/10/2007)
WIML90,PURPLE90, NOWA,WS79

Tasted June 10, 2007 at home. Opened and served immediately in a Spiegelau Authentis Magnum glass. Garnet color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Underlying nose of dill with aromas of Kirsch, potpourri and saddle soap. Flavors of red berries, strawberries and a little red currant. Light to medium acidity, tannins and body. Ready so drink now with just enough air time to blow off any bottle funk. (90 pts.)

2002 A. Rafanelli Zinfandel - USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (3/11/2008)
WIML90,PURPLE90

Tasted March 11, 2008. Opened and served immediately. Could be decanted for sediment next time. Purple color in the glass, still fairly clear hue throughout. Nose of black currants, melted black licorice, raspberries, sliced plums and a hint of white pepper. Flavors of black berries, plums and raspberries. Light to medium acidity, medium tannins, medium body. Drink over the short term, maybe medium term but I'll be drinking my two remaining bottles by the end of this year. No reason to hold them; ready to go. (90 pts.)

2002 A. Rafanelli Zinfandel - USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (8/2/2008)
WIML90

Tasted August 2, 2008.

Opened and served immediately. Dark garnet to purple color in the glass, slightly dusty looking. Nose of black currants, mocha, melted black licorice and berries. Flavors of black berries, cherries and plums. Light to medium acidity, medium tannins, medium body. Drink now. Last bottle is now gone. (90 pts.)