Double-blinded on this by a friend. This immediately struck me as new world and was thinking Napa Valley, but not Cabernet Sauvignon, as it didn't have the right flavor profile. Good structure, with some soft tannin, plenty of ripe but not over-ripe fruit. Everything seemed integrated, so I though this to have some age. If not CS, then what? Still had a Napa Valley feel to it, so I guessed Napa Valley Merlot, 2014 vintage. Was a little surprised on the reveal, as this didn't have much bramble or jam. Really thought this to be an excellent red, one of the best Zins I have ever tried, actually. Seemed to lose a little energy after having been opened for an hour or so, though.
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8/12/2023 - Winegirl1959 Likes this wine: 90 Points
For a wine that is “past its prime” was excellent! Deep smoky plum, and spice.
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10/29/2022 - PIntag wrote: 92 Points
Double-blinded on this by a friend. This immediately struck me as new world and was thinking Napa Valley, but not Cabernet Sauvignon, as it didn't have the right flavor profile. Good structure, with some soft tannin, plenty of ripe but not over-ripe fruit. Everything seemed integrated, so I though this to have some age. If not CS, then what? Still had a Napa Valley feel to it, so I guessed Napa Valley Merlot, 2014 vintage.
Was a little surprised on the reveal, as this didn't have much bramble or jam. Really thought this to be an excellent red, one of the best Zins I have ever tried, actually.
Seemed to lose a little energy after having been opened for an hour or so, though.
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1/22/2022 - H. Eugene wrote: 94 Points
Damn good. Incredible tasting Zinfandel. Legs are very slow . A very long finish. A lot of dark Barry taste. Tannins are well integrated.
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8/3/2021 - Chateau Dudek Likes this wine: 87 Points
Rich, velvety, but a little too smoky.
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5/21/2021 - H. Eugene wrote: 94 Points
Incredible
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