Light to medium weight, the medium ruby-colored 2005 Zinfandel Tofanelli Vineyard does not possess as much power or depth as expected from this varietal and well-established vineyard. Notes of pepper, spice, cranberries, and black cherries are accompanied by tart acids. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. It was good to see longtime wine enthusiast, national sales rep for Kermit Lynch Importers, vineyard owner, and wine producer, Bruce Neyers, who has one of the most important palates on the West Coast. Neyers, who utilizes the services of Ehren Jordan of Turley Wine Cellars as his winemaker, has consistently turned out beautiful Chardonnays as well as fine Merlots, Zinfandels, and Syrahs. 2005 appears to be a fabulous vintage for Chardonnay as most exhibit intense aromatics, super purity of fruit, and surprising freshness for wines of such density and power. Tel. (707) 963-9940; Fax (707) 963-8894