Smoking Loon Old Vine Zinfandel 2011
Zinfandel/Primitivo
California, Usa
$14.95 (272393)
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Critic Reviews (2)
A deep, dark, plummy Californian zinfandel with notes of currants, prune, pepper, wild herbs, cedar and maple....
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The 2011 shows good varietal character. It is very ripe with dried berry aromas and flavours notable prune. Expect...
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Community Reviews (1)
Medium minus ruby in colour with a medium+ intense nose.
A perfect second bottle to have on hand.
Positives: A light style Zin featuring cedar, raisins, figs, blueberry, blackberry, blackcurrants, prunes, black cherry, Dr. Pepper and chocolate. Medium to medium minus body, medium tannins, good acidity, average length and the alcohol is well integrated.
Negatives: None
Drink now on its own or pair it with honey BBQ ribs.
Tasted: 31 Mar 13
Best Buy
Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 9/10 Total: 18/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 4
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