Woodenhead
Woodenhead sources fruit from distinguished Sonoma County vineyards to craft Pinot Noir and Zinfandel of notable depth. The Lester Family Vineyards Pinot Noir, rated 94 by Wine Enthusiast, demonstrates the precision and structure that cool-climate Sonoma terroir can yield. A second expression from Buena Tierra Vineyard—Clone 115 Pinot Noir—follows at 92 points, underscoring the winery's focus on single-vineyard bottlings that express site character. The Guido Venturi Vineyard Zinfandel, rated 89, rounds out a portfolio anchored in two of California's most compelling red varieties. Pinot Noir, with its silken tannins and bright acidity, thrives in Sonoma's maritime-influenced valleys; Zinfandel brings ripe fruit and spice to the region's warmer pockets. Woodenhead's selections reflect a commitment to vineyard-driven winemaking across North Coast terrain.
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Wine Enthusiast