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(B) Old Vine Zin Sonoma Valley Zinfandel
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Standard California Zin on the nose, maybe showing a little smokiness. Overall, nothing to write home about but a welcome friend at a bar with limited options.
Standard California Zin on the nose, maybe showing a little smokiness. Overall, nothing to write home about but a welcome friend at a bar with limited options.
1 person found it helpfulDec 22nd, 2014
This clearly says Lodi on the label not Sonoma ---- Consistent, translucent, reflective, medium plus ruby red. Medium plus aromatics prominently feature well integrated vanilla, baked blueberry, dried fruit, buttery pie crust. Surprisingly elegant mouthfeel considering the high alcohol 14.5% which throws only a sight warming sensation in the throat and very little glycerol. Well balanced medium plus ripe tannin, juicy medium acid and medium body. Fruit explodes on the palate and immediately penetrates the nasal cavity. Aromas on the nose are duplicated on the palate with the addition of baked plum and coffee on the long finish. A very good zin for $15. Highly recommend for New world cab Sauvignon lovers.
This clearly says Lodi on the label not Sonoma ---- Consistent, translucent, reflective, medium plus ruby red. Medium plus aromatics prominently feature well integrated vanilla, baked blueberry, dried fruit, buttery pie crust. Surprisingly elegant mouthfeel considering the high alcohol 14.5% which throws only a sight warming sensation in the throat and very little glycerol. Well balanced medium plus ripe tannin, juicy medium acid and medium body. Fruit explodes on the palate and immediately penetrates the nasal cavity. Aromas on the nose are duplicated on the palate with the addition of baked plum and coffee on the long finish. A very good zin for $15. Highly recommend for New world cab Sauvignon lovers.
Jan 18th, 2015Surprisingly good. Flavors of black fruits (a plum is very strong), spices (especially pepper) and coffee. Robust finish with dominating coffee flavor.
Surprisingly good. Flavors of black fruits (a plum is very strong), spices (especially pepper) and coffee. Robust finish with dominating coffee flavor.
Mar 11th, 2016
Nice and full. Oak an blueberry notes. Slightest smoke.
Nice and full. Oak an blueberry notes. Slightest smoke.
Jan 24th, 2016It's bold for a zin, but a lot of character too. Another good Lodi wine.
It's bold for a zin, but a lot of character too. Another good Lodi wine.
Dec 21st, 2015
Definite spice / pepper, but subtle as opposed to overbearing. Add to that a hint of cherry and rich aromas. Great bargain.
Definite spice / pepper, but subtle as opposed to overbearing. Add to that a hint of cherry and rich aromas. Great bargain.
Sep 27th, 2015Watery. Not bold. Ate with steak. Not for me. Split with Brandon and Robert.
Watery. Not bold. Ate with steak. Not for me. Split with Brandon and Robert.
Aug 12th, 2015Bought at schnucks. Reasonably priced.
Bought at schnucks. Reasonably priced.
Jun 21st, 2015Peppery with dark fruits. Bold and beautiful.
Peppery with dark fruits. Bold and beautiful.
Jun 7th, 2015