3/23/2014 - apnetmedic wrote:

Good but not quite $30. A little peppery and hot.

11/14/2013 - apnetmedic wrote:

This would go nicely with smoked turkey.

4/1/2013 - apnetmedic wrote:

Big fan. Especially for the price

3/23/2012 - apnetmedic wrote:

Plum, pepper.. A bit thin otherwise but doesn't finish like a "cheap red". Not sure if this is as much of a hidden gem as other CH's.

3/20/2012 - apnetmedic wrote:

Cherry cavendish tobacco. Mint. Menthol? Paired quite nicely with lamb meatloaf.

2/10/2012 - apnetmedic wrote:

Agree it's quirky but pleasant. Nice GSM for lo-do. Had it with steak and grilled asparagus.

8/31/2011 - apnetmedic wrote:

Nice QPR here.

8/14/2011 - apnetmedic wrote:

Smoove with a v.

8/2/2011 - apnetmedic wrote:

This was a nice, full but mellow wine. Cassis, tobacco, perhaps a hint of chocolate. Went well with our beef dish.

12/18/2010 - apnetmedic wrote:

Pop and pour. Strawberry and plum nose. Nice fruit overall, hint of leather, some heat. See how the second tasting goes tomorrow.

10/12/2010 - apnetmedic wrote:

Vanilla, licorice, oak. Very nice, drank as 2nd bottle following Flowers Pinot. Lots of character and good balance.

5/25/2010 - apnetmedic wrote:

Good value. I didn't find it to be too hot. I looooove Dry Creek Zin.

2/12/2010 - apnetmedic wrote:

We quite liked this.. not sure if it's on its way up or down, but will hang on to another bottle for a while and see.

1/15/2010 - apnetmedic wrote:

Spicy!

12/19/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

I think it's still nicely balanced.

12/4/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

This would've been better with some big flavors. I think we had it with some ribeye and it was a bit overpowering. Plum, mint? Nice fruit as well.

9/26/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Got to find some more!

8/2/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Had this with a mixed grill of mushroom, chicken and andouille, and it was a fabulous pairing. Big and spicy.

7/10/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Two words - drink now.

6/21/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Didn't really care for this one.. a bit hot and not terribly interesting.

6/21/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Very drinkable, nice qpr.

5/5/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

Wow. Those who disliked this must've had flawed bottles. Fantastic zin.

3/11/2009 - apnetmedic wrote:

This was better than I expected it to be..

12/7/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

Agree that this one seemed overdone on the heat.

10/29/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

Very smooth. Nice QPR. Yes maybe a bit oaky but not too bad.

10/20/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

Not a big PS fan, but we enjoyed this one.

9/15/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

I have to agree; while this is a really nice, lush, berry-rich wine with a good feel, it wasn't the "OMGyouMustBuyThis" as recommended. The 2005 must've been something special.

3/15/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

One of my favorites of Ravenswood's lineup. Nice and lush, black cherry, perhaps some vanilla. Nice and soft. Drink now.

3/14/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

A good zin (mostly). Good balance, soft tannins, nice finish. Not the most complicated glass in the world, but I don't expect it to be. Agree with comments about the 2nd pour being better.

1/26/2008 - apnetmedic wrote:

Not as good as I'd hoped; I agree it's a bit too hot. Some of the makings of an enjoyable glass (nice jammy fruit, decent structure, long finish) but overall a bit too harsh. Maybe a few more years down would help?

12/31/2007 - apnetmedic wrote:

Nice table red, though I think I prefer the Menage a Trois for that -- at least it's not trying to be more elegant than it is. A little heavy on the zin spice without the thick jammy payoff I'm generally a fan of. Still, good alongside pasta with some kick.