Milliaire
Milliaire produces wines from California's Sierra Foothills, a region defined by elevation, diurnal temperature swings, and a legacy of Zinfandel cultivation. The winery's portfolio centers on Zinfandel—a variety that thrives in the foothills' warm days and cool nights, developing ripe fruit character and structural complexity. Clockspring Zinfandel and Ghirardelli Zinfandel anchor the lineup, joined by a Cabernet Sauvignon that rounds out the range. Wine Enthusiast has rated these releases, reflecting the technical caliber of the winemaking. The Sierra Foothills terroir imparts distinctive mineral and spice notes characteristic of the region's volcanic soils and altitude. Milliaire's focus on Zinfandel speaks to both the varietal's historical importance in the foothills and its continued expression of place.
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Wine Enthusiast