2022 Andis - Friedlander Block Reserve Zinfandel (750ml)

The 2022 Andis Friedlander Block Reserve Zinfandel is a single-block, old-vine expression from Andis Wines in Amador County. Founded in 2010 by Janis Akuna and Andy Friedlander, Andis operates as a boutique estate with Janis as CEO and executive winemaker, joined by a team including Mark Fowler and consultants Philippe Melka and Maayan Koschitzky. All bottlings are produced and bottled on site in a 750ml format.

The Friedlander Block sits within Andis’s own estate vineyard in the Sierra Foothills AVA, a region shaped by hot, dry days and notably cool nights that help grapes retain acidity even as sugars build. The Reserve designation reflects a selective approach to the block’s best fruit, hand-harvested and vinified to highlight the density and character that come from age and low yields. The wine is aged to build structure while preserving the vibrant fruit character the site is known for.

Tasting notes

• Aromatics of baked plum and blackberry with cinnamon
• Palate layers of boysenberry and black cherry
• Hints of Earl Grey tea and cardamom
• Finish rounds out with creamy chocolate and dried herb notes

Food pairing

This wine pairs well with rich, smoky dishes and bold cheeses. Consider smoked brisket, baby back ribs, or a wedge of aged gorgonzola to complement its depth and structure.