From a medium-dark ruby colour fanning out like a dark ruby-hued rose to the edges

The much-needed rains continued through March resulting in budbreak for the larger part of Westside Road by month-end

the wine was cellared for an additional year before release

iron-rich clay

2013, Williams Selyem Bacigalupi Zinfandel Rousanne From a medium-dark ruby colourBlackberry and plum jump from the glass and intermix with red raspberry and cherry. A floral quality comes through, with a little aeration, and complements the darker elements of wood spices and clove. The flavors lead with dark berry fruits but the red fruits explode in the middle and transition to anise and clove, and hint of lavender on the finish. The robust tannin fans out on the finish, tempered by a refreshing acidity throughout. This is