The 2007 Zinfandel Piffero Vineyard is more restrained aromatically, but it still reveals plenty of briery, uncomplicated, pure fruit. Medium-bodied, tart, and slightly shorter as well as more compact than its siblings, it will benefit from a few more years of bottle age (not something I normally recommend for Zinfandel). It should drink well for 6-7 years. Tel. (800) 994-2454

From the interior Redwood Valley appellation comes this slightly stewed Zin, with flavors of cherry and raspberry-pie filling. It’s totally dry, and the high alcohol is a fundamental part of the Zin experience.——S.H.(7/1/2007)—— 86

Less sweet than this winery’s Zeni Vineyard bottling. But this one doesn’t serve up the same ripe fruit. It’s a little tart, with toasty oak framing hints of bright cherry and raspberry flavors.——W.E.(11/1/2003)—— 84