Mason Balistreri 
Sommelier, International Wine Guild; Balistreri Vineyard; Sales, Joy Wine and Spirits
9.4
Even though there are plenty of aweful wines made from Zin, I still consider it one of my favorite grapes - and tasting one like this makes it clear why. Rustic with olive and brushy bramble spices. Powerful but made authentically - drinking a glass you become instantly transported to some beautiful vineyard in Sonoma. Sense of place, pleasurable and interesting. This is American wine at its finest.
Even though there are plenty of aweful wines made from Zin, I still consider it one of my favorite grapes - and tasting one like this makes it clear why. Rustic with olive and brushy bramble spices. Powerful but made authentically - drinking a glass you become instantly transported to some beautiful vineyard in Sonoma. Sense of place, pleasurable and interesting. This is American wine at its finest.
Jun 5th, 2015
I like my Zins more jammy and fruity. This one was spicy with some tobacco. This Zin is more oaky than black fruity, which just personally I prefer. Nose is definitely full with a 13.9% alcohol that is expected. Still liked didn't love.
I like my Zins more jammy and fruity. This one was spicy with some tobacco. This Zin is more oaky than black fruity, which just personally I prefer. Nose is definitely full with a 13.9% alcohol that is expected. Still liked didn't love.
Sep 23rd, 2016
Bright, fresh, deep, meaty
Bright, fresh, deep, meaty
Jan 16th, 2016
Great big jammy California Zin that knocks you around a bit after tasting it. Awesome!
Great big jammy California Zin that knocks you around a bit after tasting it. Awesome!
Dec 10th, 2015
Jam but not over the top. Well balanced and right dryness. Perfect with a good spiced meat dish. Think tajine or lamb.
Jam but not over the top. Well balanced and right dryness. Perfect with a good spiced meat dish. Think tajine or lamb.
Nov 29th, 2015
Lovely balanced Zin that emulates a more French style than big and brash US or Aussie style. The nostalgic memories of visiting this vineyard are super too.
Lovely balanced Zin that emulates a more French style than big and brash US or Aussie style. The nostalgic memories of visiting this vineyard are super too.
Oct 15th, 2015
Uniquely spicy!
Jul 10th, 2015
One of the best Sonoma Zins
One of the best Sonoma Zins
Jun 3rd, 2015
Minimal intervention. Savoury and herbs. Really nicely integrated. Classy wine.
Minimal intervention. Savoury and herbs. Really nicely integrated. Classy wine.
Jun 2nd, 2015
Sonoma County, California, USA
