Zinfandel from Paso Robles and syrah from southern Monterey County comprise our 2004 and 2005 vintages. We particularly love the flavors of our westside zinfandel and appreciate the grape’s California roots. Our syrah is delicious on its own and blends beautifully with the zinfandel. We plan to add viognier, grenache and mourvedre to our program.

Our Label

The grasshopper- for five to six centuries the Thacher crest has sported them. We like to think they were a whimsical, irreverent reaction to the griffins rampant and lions proper that were de rigueur in the grand heraldic displays of yester years. At any rate the humble grasshopper with his perpetual smile now graces our label.

2004 ZINFANDEL
Je T’aime Vineyard, Paso Robles
This Westside Zinfandel has a nice, spicy nose with hints of cherry and black pepper. The rich palate hints of prune and dark cherries. New cooperage of 15% French and Eastern European oak and 5% American oak balance this very drinkable wine. Gold Medal WInner~ 2007 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition  "Ripe jammy nose, medium fruit, good texture and length." -Gerald D. Boyd, Critics Challenge Judge

2004 SYRAH
Coast View Vineyard, Monterey County
A fruit bomb from a vineyard perched on a hilltop looking down at the Santa Lucia Highlands in southern Monterey County. The nose of this syrah is of vanilla and rose petals while the palate reminds you of blackberry and licorice. 100% Neutral oak showcases this wine’s fruit. Bronze Medal Winner ~ 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

2005 ZINFANDEL
Paso Robles
This elegant zinfandel and has a nose of spicy black pepper and allspice. The palate reminds you of ripe dark cherries. Bronze Medal Winner ~ 2008 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 

2005 SYRAH
Coast View Vineyard, Monterey County
This syrah has a strong backbone that will help the wine bottle age for at least five years, or it can be enjoyed now. The first characteristic of this wine is the deep crimson color- you will notice it immediately. The nose is a bit floral with blackberry on the palette, and this wine has a big and silky mouth feel. Gold Medal Winner ~ 2008 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competion