-ZanZibar Cellars Sandra 06

Winery: Zanzibar Cellars

Wine Spectator: Dense, dark and chewy, this is beautifully aromatic, showing impressive depth to its black cherry, pepper and bay leaf flavors, hinting at licorice as the finish sails on against well-modulated tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2010 through 2016. 1,050 cases made. - H.S.

Lush, huge and rich, another of Ziad Keirouz' huge reds. Ziad is a longtime participant in the intense Burning Man Festival held in the Nevada desert every summer. His wines are as massive and exuberant as the fires are hot.

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah from Columbia valley vineyards. Grapes are hand harvested and undergo small batch whole berry fermentation and extended maceration to ensure the development of remarkable and supple structure and body. Malolactic fermentation is completed in 100% new French oak barrels, where the wine continues to age and mature for 12 months until it is bottled.

2005 Vintage Tasting Notes

Wine Spectator 93 points: "Zanzibar Sandra Horse Heaven Hills - Velvety and generous. A plush mouthful of blueberry, plum, cream and dark chocolate flavors that echo through the long, resonant finish. Strikes a superb balance between rich fruit, savory side notes and good depth. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Best from 2009 through 2017. 425 cases made." -HS

From the Winery: A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc and 11% Syrah from Columbia valley vineyards. Grapes are hand harvested and undergo small batch whole berry fermentation and extended maceration to ensure the development of remarkable and supple structure and body.

Malolactic fermentation is completed in 100% new French oak barrels, where the wine continues to age and mature for 15 months until it is bottled. It will then be cellared for the next 6 months before it is released.