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2021 Mancini Ranch Zinfandel - Top 10 Zinfandels Tasted in 2025!
New releases from Reichwage Winery: “I have been fortunate to try Reichwage wines going back many years and these were without question some of Max’s best work. Production at Reichwage is miniscule so you should consider signing up for the mailing list if you want to secure new releases.”
2021 Reichwage Winery - Mancini Ranch Carignane - Sultry aromas of dusty cherry, roses and cinnamon pop on the nose of this Carignan. The palate displays loads of plush tannin and vibrant orange peel acidity that swell through the center, making the wine feel exceedingly decadent. Flavors of baked cherry, cocoa powder, sandalwood and sage linger through the finish. TPC - Wine Enthusiast 94 Points
2023 Reichwage Winery - Twin Hills Vineyard Chardonnay - Bright, lively and generous, this native fermented Chard delivers a pop of fresh apple, nectarine, pastry and Meyer lemon aromas on the nose. The palate brings lovely concentration, with focused acidity, pithy mouthfeel and flavors of green apple, toasted hazelnut and white flowers lingering on the finish. TPC - Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
2021 Reichwage Winery - Mancini Ranch Zinfandel - This bright and juicy Zin blend packs a punch on the nose with aromas of ripe berries, concentrated cherries, zesty orange, and licorice. The palate gives concentrated berry flavors with plush tannin, zippy acid, and whispers of flowers and cinnamon through the finish. TPC - Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
Sebastopol’s best kept wine secret revealed
Ancient vines might draw wine lovers to Reichwage Winery, but it’s the family-friendly vibe that makes them stay. Bring your kids, your dogs, and your appetite—there’s a spacious lawn, heirloom apple cider, and hundred-year-old vines producing exceptional wines.
Most Iconic Vineyards - Sonoma County’s Grand Cru Sites and the Wines to Try From Them
Mancini Ranch
The historic 16-acre vineyard is a very rare field blend of 21 different varieties planted between 1922 and 1924 by Italian immigrant Luca Mancini …
2020 Reichwage Winery - Mancini Ranch Zinfandel: Spicy baked cherry aromas erupt from the glass of this intense Zinfandel. The palate is firm and rich with a definitive savory, old vine character, as these rows were planted in 1922. Enjoy with grilled ribs or other barbequed meats. Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
2019 Reichwage Winery - Twin Hills Pinot Noir: This wine swirls a deep garnet in the glass, with just a hint of bricking at the rim. The nose gives black cherry, cedar and black tea aromas, while the palate explores a savory landscape of black cherry, grilled mushrooms, forest floor and grilled bread flavors. Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
Winemaker of the Month - Max Reichwage
Sebastopol Hills has been a distinct neighborhood in southwest Sonoma County since 1999, but it was only in the past few years that vineyard owners decided to apply for an AVA. The area is 10,320 acres with roughly 1,000 acres under vine. It is home to 50 vineyards and two wineries: Littorai Wines and Reichwage Winery. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are the principal grape varieties.
The Sebastopol HIlls AVA: The proposed 16-square-mile Sebastopol Hills American Viticultural Area southwest of the namesake city currently has over 1,000 acres of vines in about 50 vineyards.
New winegrowing region proposed for west Sonoma County
Bottled by: Reichwage Winery, Carlisle Winery, and Ridge Vineyards. Swan Vineyards leased the vineyard from the 1989 until 2012. The vineyard was planted between 1922 and 1924 on St George rootstock with 8x8 spacing.
Gold Medal - Reichwage Winery Mancini Ranch Zinfandel 2020
Gold Medal - Reichwage Winery Twin Hills Pinot Noir 2019
Gold Medal - Reichwage Winery Mancini Ranch Zinfandel 2018
The ones to watch. The up-and-comers. The fresh faces. In the coming years, these are the Sonoma winemakers you’ll say you knew way back when. In a wider industry where winemaking can at times feel snarky and competitive, the 21 folks on this list are refreshingly collaborative and supportive of each others work. Insiders say this is a big reason why Sonoma has launched so many notable careers, and why our county remains such a hotbed of innovation in the wine world.
Zinfandel Chronicles
Stunning nose of red and black fruits, licorice and peach. Full bodied with exquisite acidity. Rich and luscious. Raspberry liqueur, blackberry, boysenberry and white pepper on the palate. The finish is exceptionally long and spicy. Just an excellent Zinfandel from a heritage vineyard that is finally getting the attention it deserves. 94 pts
2015 Mancini Ranch - Zinfandel of the Month!
San Francisco Chronicle
The cost-efficient way to replant would be to install trellises, today’s standard method. But Reichwage has chosen to kick it old school: He’ll be replanting head-trained vines, spaced 8 feet by 8 feet, mimicking the method of the original 1922 planting.
Vintners rally to preserve Russian River Valley’s historic Zinfandel vineyards
The Pinot File
Sonoma County Wine Growers
Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Enticing aromas of dark cherry, potpourri, rose petal and spice. Deep, dark cherry core in a midweight plus style with added notes of dark chocolate, cola and refined oak. Supple tannins with a soft, seductive finish. Sheer beauty of flavor. Score: 94 pts
A Few Pinots from California Too
California Spring Releases of Pinot Noir to Covet
Sebastopol Hills : Russian River Valley’s Southernmost Pearl for Pinot Noir
Near it is Mancini, also planted in the 1920s (during Prohibition), a 16-acre head-trained, dry-farmed site with a mix of 20-some varieties, including whites like Palomino, in addition to Zinfandel.