Drinking better now, but seems much dryer than any other InZin and more spice/pepperiness. Still not my favorite InZin, but it is getting better with time.
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Drinking well now. Yes, not pure zin, but a really good blend. What can I say. Hints of date and fruit compote mixed with leather and chocolate. Pairs wonderfully with a mix of cheeses and bruschetta.
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This was still a great Scott Harvey wine, but this is my least favorite of the InZin vintages I have had so far. It seemed a little tight and just not that well integrated. I love the addition of Port in the blend, but I don't this one has fully integrated yet. It definitely got better after being opened 2 or 3 days, but just isn't where it needs to be yet. I'm going to let these sit another year or two and they should be right where I like them. Will just give me some time to drink up the 07 and 08. If you do drink now, I would suggest decanting for at least an hour or two.
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- Brick color - See notes from last night. Great drinking wine, but not a true Zin... the Port really smoothes it out. Decanted for an hour... really improved the taste.
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OK, this is a very interesting wine Scott Harvey has blended. Strictly speaking, it is not a Zin... Blend: 78% Zinfandel, 9% Syrah, 8% Barbera, 5% Mixed Port. So all you Zin Znobs, walk away. It is, however, a very drinkable wine. The addition of port smooths out the tongue and sweetens the taste. Good fruity start, a little peppery with a definite tannins finish. The port mellows it all out. The wine is still young, probably be better in a couple of years... but it will never last that long in our cellar!
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Tight upon opening. Aromatically, hard to pull out anything specific. Deep dark burgundy coloring and clearly coated the glass. Ran through venturi which opened it up a bit with some dark cherry now on the nose. First sip was non-descript & warm/hot on the finish. 10 mins later the minimal port starts to show through both aromatically and taste. It has mellowed out, showing more full body with a distinc begin/middle/end. Tannins strong and need a bit longer to open up. Will decant remainder of bottle and celler the rest of the bottles for at least a year.
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3/21/2017 - boatman72 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Loved the wine. Aging very well. Great integrated dark fruit, spice. Another excellent SH Zin.
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4/29/2016 - blakel Likes this wine: 90 Points
This has aged really well. Just one degree short of a fruit-bomb, but it turns out that's a great place.
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11/22/2014 - Wicked Panda wrote: 89 Points
A good spicy Zin. Restrained from being a fruit bomb. But still ha those classic raisined fruit finish, without being killed by the alcohol
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12/9/2013 - North316 wrote: 86 Points
Drinking better now, but seems much dryer than any other InZin and more spice/pepperiness. Still not my favorite InZin, but it is getting better with time.
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6/9/2013 - Ann&Wayne Likes this wine: 88 Points
A good smooth inexpensive wine for everyday drinking.
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5/25/2013 - Wicked Panda wrote: 89 Points
Drinking well now. Yes, not pure zin, but a really good blend. What can I say. Hints of date and fruit compote mixed with leather and chocolate. Pairs wonderfully with a mix of cheeses and bruschetta.
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9/24/2012 - North316 wrote: 85 Points
This was still a great Scott Harvey wine, but this is my least favorite of the InZin vintages I have had so far. It seemed a little tight and just not that well integrated. I love the addition of Port in the blend, but I don't this one has fully integrated yet. It definitely got better after being opened 2 or 3 days, but just isn't where it needs to be yet. I'm going to let these sit another year or two and they should be right where I like them. Will just give me some time to drink up the 07 and 08. If you do drink now, I would suggest decanting for at least an hour or two.
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9/2/2012 - bterry3 wrote: 89 Points
- Brick color - See notes from last night. Great drinking wine, but not a true Zin... the Port really smoothes it out. Decanted for an hour... really improved the taste.
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8/31/2012 - bterry3 wrote:
OK, this is a very interesting wine Scott Harvey has blended. Strictly speaking, it is not a Zin... Blend: 78% Zinfandel, 9% Syrah, 8% Barbera, 5% Mixed Port. So all you Zin Znobs, walk away. It is, however, a very drinkable wine. The addition of port smooths out the tongue and sweetens the taste. Good fruity start, a little peppery with a definite tannins finish. The port mellows it all out. The wine is still young, probably be better in a couple of years... but it will never last that long in our cellar!
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7/13/2012 - joesi16 wrote: 88 Points
nice mix , you can taste the port and it is a great addition
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5/3/2012 - blakel Likes this wine: 89 Points
Wonderful wine with a long, hot finish. Strong tannins will mellow, but very drinkable right now.
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5/2/2012 - discombobulated wrote:
nose: cherry, subtle cola, maybe smokey bbq; tart cherry, very good, but closed off - needs some time; jammy, blackberry, something hot (not pepper)
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4/28/2012 - mschauber wrote: 87 Points
Tight upon opening. Aromatically, hard to pull out anything specific. Deep dark burgundy coloring and clearly coated the glass. Ran through venturi which opened it up a bit with some dark cherry now on the nose. First sip was non-descript & warm/hot on the finish. 10 mins later the minimal port starts to show through both aromatically and taste. It has mellowed out, showing more full body with a distinc begin/middle/end. Tannins strong and need a bit longer to open up. Will decant remainder of bottle and celler the rest of the bottles for at least a year.
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