2018 Girard Winery Old Vine Zinfandel
Community Tasting Note
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93 Points
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 - Really nice- maybe I'm overrating this, but it was delicious and expressive for the price, and did an excellent job of balancing high alcohol and big fruit. Lots of raspberry preserves, blueberry crumble, etc like a "typical" zin, yet given complexity with a deep vanilla oak note, almost toasty, not at all overwhelming, just a big dollop of seasoning. The high ABV is pretty well-hidden here, mostly feeling like a burst of fruity richness than a spiky, hot mess. Neither overly tannic or flabby. I'm not much of a zin lover, but this was solid QPR for sure. Makes me wonder if I should try more Napa zin rather than Paso or Lodi stuff.
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Comment posted by bestdamncab:
11/24/2023 10:05:00 PM - Try Martinelli Jackass Vineyard Zinfandel, Martinelli Jackass Zinfandel, or Carol Shelton Zinfandels-prefer Wild Thing but others are equally great tasting.
Comment posted by sid_loves_wine:
11/24/2023 10:14:00 PM - Thx very much for the recs :)