Scents of brandied cherries lend this wine its warm power, in the mode of Port without the sweetness. The firm tannins have a pleasant greenness, like raspberry leaves, keeping the finish clean. Serve with roast game. -J.G.
Private Reserve Zinfandel Reviews
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Medium garnet-purple colored, the 2015 Zinfandel Private Reserve has quite a spicy nose with notions of allspice and powdered cinnamon over a core of raspberry pie, blueberry preserves and raisin cake plus a touch of dried flowers. Full-bodied, rich and decadently fruited in the mouth, it has a chewy frame and lively line of freshness, finishing on a spicy note.
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Herbaceous and earthy, this playfully ponders the juicy delights of soft, red raspberry and black cherry, the wine somewhat silky on the tongue. It finishes consistently and bright in acidity.
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The 2012 Zinfandel Private Reserve exhibits a deeper plum/ruby color, a sweeter, richer core of dark fruits (although the wine is totally dry), a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and impressive purity, texture and length. Spicy, peppery, black cherry and black raspberry fruit intermixed with a hint of spice box are present in this generously endowed, full-bodied Zinfandel to drink over the next 5-7 years.