Dark, while somewhat rich with faint spice. I'd agree with Mike K. in that there are uncharacteristic attributes from what you'd expect from a Zinfandel; faint menthol on the finish is also subtly noticeable. A worthwhile taste at ≤$12/bottle.
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Giant Wine Sale & Tasting Cellar on Greene, Columbia, SC 5/3/2014 (Cellar on Greene, Columbia, SC): To me, these are not the flavors I expect to taste in a Zin. The nose and the palate have the impression of molasses or tree sap that just does not fit. Plenty of others like this style, but I would rather have juicy up front fruit. Can't even say I would be able to identify this as Zin. It does have an easy to drink balanced acid mouth feel. The funky tastes begin to dissipate as you drink down the glass. There is a touch of menthol on the finish. Not for me.
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10/17/2014 - CameronSumpter Likes this wine: 87 Points
Dark, while somewhat rich with faint spice. I'd agree with Mike K. in that there are uncharacteristic attributes from what you'd expect from a Zinfandel; faint menthol on the finish is also subtly noticeable. A worthwhile taste at ≤$12/bottle.
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5/3/2014 - Mike Kopanski wrote: 83 Points
Giant Wine Sale & Tasting Cellar on Greene, Columbia, SC 5/3/2014 (Cellar on Greene, Columbia, SC): To me, these are not the flavors I expect to taste in a Zin. The nose and the palate have the impression of molasses or tree sap that just does not fit. Plenty of others like this style, but I would rather have juicy up front fruit. Can't even say I would be able to identify this as Zin. It does have an easy to drink balanced acid mouth feel. The funky tastes begin to dissipate as you drink down the glass. There is a touch of menthol on the finish. Not for me.
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