The wine is a lighter ruby color in the glass with great clarity. The nose presents aromas of of leather, oak, blackberry and a hint of white floral notes. The flavor is somewhat more elevated for a typical Zinfandel, with some lovely red fruit notes, blackberry, strawberry and plum that transition to some lovely mineral notes and black pepper spice midpalate. The finish is quite nice, with young but firm tannins supporting the long, smooth and very dry finish.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 7.5, it's still a little young but drinking quite nicely, and it was a great bargain at just $13. This wine would pair well with a variety of dishes, from steaks and chops, to barbecue and pasta. Tonight I am enjoying this wine with a panko crusted baked chicken breast along with some broccoli tossed with linguine, garlic and olive oil. Cheers!
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