Winemaker to watch: Chris Brockway 2012

San Francisco Chronicle

CHRONICLE TOP 100 WINES 2011

Zinfandel and other reds

2009 Broc Cellars Vine Starr California Red ($25, 13.5%):
Chris Brockway's version of California table wine is a tribute to the lighter step of Sonoma Zinfandel, with a small dose of Bennett Valley Syrah. Intensely spiced and vivacious, with cardamom, black mustard and black pepper, and fresh raspberry fruit. Nuanced, compelling and a perfect template for great, straightforward table wine.

Cheers,

Chris Brockway