From the premium, prestigious Monte Rosso Vineyard on the slopes of Sonoma’s Mayacamus Mountain, Rattlesnake Hill sits at the highest crest of the vineyard growing old vine Zinfandel that takes on the volcanic mountain’s terroir, delivering earthy, dusty, spicy, savory notes that meld with blackberry, black cherry, and pepper.

Mount Peak Rattlesnake Zinfandel ($48)  is ideal for the holidays, as the bold, fleshy wine, is also elegant and elevated thanks to the concentration the old vines give the wine, softened just a touch by the addition of a touch of Zinfandel grown in Dry Creek Valley and Alexander Valley.