8
Mar
Posted by fireontop06 in $25 or less, 92 points, top 100 2009, zinfandel. Tagged: 92 point zinfandel, california zinfandel, wine rating, wine tasting, zinfandel wine tasting. Leave a Comment
Terra d’ Oro 2006 Home Vineyard Zinfandel $25
Intense and spicy on the nose with a palate that leads to black plum, currant, cassis and spicy cedar. Pepper and rich mocha run throughout with a broad finish. The finish lasts long with undertones of cracked black pepper and leather.
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21
Jan
Posted by fireontop06 in $25 or less, 92 points, best buy 2009, top 100 2009, zinfandel. Tagged: 92 point zinfandel, california zinfandel, wine rating, wine tasting, zinfandel wine tasting. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Russian River Valley, $24
A truly outstanding Zin that shows all of it’s noble character; With a beautiful palate of blackberry, black cherry, mocha and spicy cedar. This red is dry and full-bodied with a tannic edge. The finish is balanced and restrained with undertones of black pepper and pipe tobacco, drink now thru 2012.
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6
Nov
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 91 points, zinfandel. Tagged: 91 point zinfandel, california zinfandel, red wine tasting, wine rating, wine tasting, zinfandel wine tasting. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Amador County, $20
It’s been awhile since I’ve rating a zin and this one is very tasty; Elegant flavors of black raspberry, currant, cinnamon and Asian spices lightly dance on the palate. This Zin is expertly layered with a finish that has all the spicy earthen flavors Zin’s are know for.
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6
Oct
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 90 points, zinfandel. Tagged: 90 point zinfandel, wine rating, wine tasting, zinfandel wine tasting. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley, $25
This is one big, juicy, tannic Zin; Black raspberry, blueberry, currant and spice fill the palate of this dry red wine. With a bracing finish of leather, vanilla and white pepper, drink now only 98 cases produced.
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16
Sep
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 91 points, zinfandel. Tagged: 91 point zinfandel, california wine tasting, california zinfandel, wine rating, wine tasting, zinfandel. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Mendocino-Amador, $18
This is big, mouthfilling Zin. The palate is broad with Bing cherries, black raspberries, cocoa and leather. Perfectly balanced tannins with a finish of fresh tobacco, pepper and smokey vanilla, drink now thru 2010.
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29
Jun
Posted by fireontop06 in $15 or less, 91 points, top 100, zinfandel. Tagged: 91 point zinfandel, best buy red wine, red wine, top 100 red wine, zinfandel. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Amador County, $15
Starts with a beautiful aroma that’s dramatically chocolaty and dark fruit. On the palate you find layers of black cherries, black raspberries, and oak. Lush, creamy, and dry mouth feel finish off this spicy Zin, Great Job! Drink now thru 2010.
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20
May
Posted by fireontop06 in best buy, zinfandel. Tagged: best buy red wine, zinfandel. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Napa Valley, $17
Big and rich, this is why I like Zinfandel and impressive for Napa Valley. Raspberry, blueberries, cinnamon and crushed black pepper, with a completely dry mouth feel. Vanilla and smoke round out with soft easy tannins. Drink now.
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6
May
Posted by fireontop06 in $15 or less, zinfandel. Tagged: 89 point zinfandel, red wine, zinfandel. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Russian River Valley, $15
I like this wine, It’s spicy bright on the nose, with hints of raspberry and plum.
The palate brings dark berries framed by toasty oak with coffee, tar, black cherry and a herbal component. Medium bodied with balanced acidity and a light smooth finish. Drink now thru 2010, only 1388 cases [...]
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17
Apr
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Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2005 $15
Beautifully showcases the variety in a pure, classic way, with it’s silky mouthfeel and complex flavors. Dark ruby color, showing wild berries, gingersnap cookies, cocoa and vanilla. The fruit is well integrated with a light oak and pepper component to finish off long and smooth. Drink now thru 2010.
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14
Apr
Posted by fireontop06 in $15 or less, best buy, zinfandel. Tagged: $15 or less, best buy, zinfandel. Leave a Comment
Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley, $15
Wow, great zin for the money, ripe fruit flavors of, blackberry and cocoa mingle with an elegant mid palate of spiciness. The toasted oak and leather, along with a medley of dark fruit and restrained tannins lengthen the finish and add complexity. Drink this best buy now thru 2012.
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