Tasted September 13, 2006 at an offline so brief notes only. 15.5% alcohol. Opened and served immediately in a Spiegelau Authentis Magnum glass. Garnet color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of coffee, roasted fennel, black pepper and just a hint of laquer. Flavors of red currants, red berries and a little bitters on the finish. Light to medium acidity, medium tannins and medium bodied. Drink over the short to medium term. No value recommendation.
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Starting 11th Year at Amici (Amici Signature Italian, Carrollton, Texas): With many Zinfandels, I find the oak aromas masked by other characteristics. This wine had a nice oak aroma still present, mixed with some raspberry and bit of pine cone. Texture was fairly smooth. Enjoyed this more than the vast majority of 2000 California Cabs. 257 cases made, 15.5% alcohol. 89-93
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9/13/2006 - wineismylife wrote: 88 Points
Dallas 11th Anniversary Zinfandel Tasting (Amici's Signature Italian, Carrollton, TX): WIML88,NOWA,NOWS
Tasted September 13, 2006 at an offline so brief notes only. 15.5% alcohol. Opened and served immediately in a Spiegelau Authentis Magnum glass. Garnet color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of coffee, roasted fennel, black pepper and just a hint of laquer. Flavors of red currants, red berries and a little bitters on the finish. Light to medium acidity, medium tannins and medium bodied. Drink over the short to medium term. No value recommendation.
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9/13/2006 - win wrote: 91 Points
Starting 11th Year at Amici (Amici Signature Italian, Carrollton, Texas): With many Zinfandels, I find the oak aromas masked by other characteristics. This wine had a nice oak aroma still present, mixed with some raspberry and bit of pine cone. Texture was fairly smooth. Enjoyed this more than the vast majority of 2000 California Cabs. 257 cases made, 15.5% alcohol. 89-93
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