ZINFANDEL
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The best Zinfandel grapes grow in cool coastal locations. They yield dry, full-bodied, intensely flavored red wines with substantial tannins. Premium Zins are rich and peppery, with a lush texture and ripe fruit flavors. The Zinfandel grape can make solid red wines with good fruit and structure.

330 Grgich Hills Zinfandel, Napa Valley, 2004 Wonderful varietal aromas of jammy blackberry and raspberry complemented by black pepper and cloves. These flavors carry through to the palate, joined by spice and a hint of leather. The full-bodied fruit is balanced by ripe tannins and brisk acidity . $78.00 329 Montevina "Terra d'Oro" Zinfandel, Armador County, California, 2004 Dark smoky molasses and hickory toast aromas warm the nose. Blackberry flavors are spiced with pepper, clove, and anise like homemade preserves. A long lingering caramel finish touched by dark toasty oak. $39.00 328 Rancho Zabaco Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel, Sonoma County, 2004 THis wine combines the best qualities of Zinfandel fruit by balancing juicy ripe blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors with an underlying hint of pepper. $33.00 326 7 Deadly Zins Zinfandel, Lodi, 2005 Soft, supple pepper and licorice-clove notes merge into a sinful marriage of deep, brambly blackberries and lustful cherries. The finish is clean on the palate with hints of rich vanilla, cocoa, and mild tannins.. $39.00