This vineyard is within a rock's throw of Turley's vineyard; however the proximity does not translate into a wine as complex and satisfying as Turley; however it is about half the cost. There is a lot of "fruit going on" with this wine but finish is a bit bumpy.
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Garnet with medium viscosity in the glass. Spice, berry and currant on the nose. Same goes for the palate. Simple with diluted mouthfeel, along with disjointed heat and spice mid-palate thru the medium finish.
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Bought this bottle ($18) and the Estate Giubbini Vineyard Zin (also 2005; $27)) at the winery tasting room. Served both bottles with a spiced boneless leg of lamb (predominantly spiced with rosemary), straight from the wine cooler. These are not your typical Paso Robles Zins (Fruit Bombs); they are both spicy, complex, beyond-interesting Zins. Note to self: the tasting notes for this wine will be identical to the Estate Zin. The Heritage Zin has a very spicy nose, along with some fruitiness, with a slightly acidic structure. The flavor profiles include an abundance of spices (mostly pepper) along with a nicely-balanced melange of fruit (dark pitted fruits, like plums, as well dark blackberries and raspberries). This 14.5% alcohol wine doesn't seem so hot, probably mostly because of its non-Zin qualities. This wine is more Syrah-esque because of its spiciness. It's fruit character belies the fact that this is a Zin, but because the fruit is so well nuanced and controlled (hence, not a typical Paso Fruit Bomb), it is a fascinating Zin nonetheless. The Estate Zin, which I believe is dry farmed, has a much fruitier nose and isn't quite as spicy as the Heritage, though like the Heritage, also isn't a typical Paso Fruit Bomb. There's a touch of oak on the nose, the essence of spiciness like the Heritage (though not quite as prevalent), with similar fruit notes in the flavor profile. This bottle has slightly more alcohol (14.8%) (negligible/indiscernible from the Heritage) but maintains similar complexity and sophistication compared to typical Paso Zins (are you listening Opolo?). The Estate Zin is just as good/similar/different-in-all-the-best-ways as the Heritage. It's too close to call a winner in this match-up. Both Zins are wonderfully un-Paso-Zin-like; they're spicy, fruity, complex, and interesting as HELL. If you're looking for a Zin from Paso that doesn't induce cavaties (sorry to all the dentists out there) (a.k.a. Fruit Bombs), these two Zins from Rotta should provide you with all the atypical qualites you may be looking for. Truly interesting and delicious Zins from Paso!
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3/10/2013 - DSZ51 wrote: 88 Points
Still very good. Balanced and spicy, very smooth, no noticeable tannins.
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9/8/2012 - sraders wrote: 87 Points
This vineyard is within a rock's throw of Turley's vineyard; however the proximity does not translate into a wine as complex and satisfying as Turley; however it is about half the cost. There is a lot of "fruit going on" with this wine but finish is a bit bumpy.
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12/11/2011 - silbakor wrote: 88 Points
Sweet berries and bell pepper nose. Spicy zin fruit. A bit sweet in the mou, but with reasonable acidity. Easy drinking.
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7/31/2011 - pagejshawjr wrote: 88 Points
A good Paso Zin with nice spice a fruit forward approach. Drink now.
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12/25/2010 - christophee wrote: 78 Points
Garnet with medium viscosity in the glass. Spice, berry and currant on the nose. Same goes for the palate. Simple with diluted mouthfeel, along with disjointed heat and spice mid-palate thru the medium finish.
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12/19/2010 - silbakor wrote:
bright red fruit, a bit sweet, nice acid, long finish, nice pepper.
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11/8/2009 - DaveZack wrote: 88 Points
Bought this bottle ($18) and the Estate Giubbini Vineyard Zin (also 2005; $27)) at the winery tasting room. Served both bottles with a spiced boneless leg of lamb (predominantly spiced with rosemary), straight from the wine cooler. These are not your typical Paso Robles Zins (Fruit Bombs); they are both spicy, complex, beyond-interesting Zins. Note to self: the tasting notes for this wine will be identical to the Estate Zin.
The Heritage Zin has a very spicy nose, along with some fruitiness, with a slightly acidic structure. The flavor profiles include an abundance of spices (mostly pepper) along with a nicely-balanced melange of fruit (dark pitted fruits, like plums, as well dark blackberries and raspberries). This 14.5% alcohol wine doesn't seem so hot, probably mostly because of its non-Zin qualities. This wine is more Syrah-esque because of its spiciness. It's fruit character belies the fact that this is a Zin, but because the fruit is so well nuanced and controlled (hence, not a typical Paso Fruit Bomb), it is a fascinating Zin nonetheless.
The Estate Zin, which I believe is dry farmed, has a much fruitier nose and isn't quite as spicy as the Heritage, though like the Heritage, also isn't a typical Paso Fruit Bomb. There's a touch of oak on the nose, the essence of spiciness like the Heritage (though not quite as prevalent), with similar fruit notes in the flavor profile. This bottle has slightly more alcohol (14.8%) (negligible/indiscernible from the Heritage) but maintains similar complexity and sophistication compared to typical Paso Zins (are you listening Opolo?). The Estate Zin is just as good/similar/different-in-all-the-best-ways as the Heritage. It's too close to call a winner in this match-up. Both Zins are wonderfully un-Paso-Zin-like; they're spicy, fruity, complex, and interesting as HELL. If you're looking for a Zin from Paso that doesn't induce cavaties (sorry to all the dentists out there) (a.k.a. Fruit Bombs), these two Zins from Rotta should provide you with all the atypical qualites you may be looking for. Truly interesting and delicious Zins from Paso!
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