Name: Ironstone Old Vine ZinfandelVariety: 100% Zinfandel
Year: 2011
Region: Lodi, CA
Country: USA
Price: $15 - on sale at VC for $7.95
Winery Review: Grown in vineyards that are over 45 years old, this medium-bodied Zin has exceptional varietal character with lovely aromas of dark fruit and blackberry. Subtle pepper spice mingles with richly concentrated fruit flavors of blackberry, ripe plums and fresh red raspberries. Barrel aging created its smooth, silky finish and unprecedented depth. A wonderful wine pairing for variety of dishes. Any type of meat - whether its pork, beef or game - is ideal with this wine. Cioppino is another amazing complement or try it with tomato-based pastas, hearty stews or a plate of strong, aged cheeses.
My Review: This was one of the most complicated and deep wines I have tasted. It had so many different flavors and aromas I could have tasted it several times and found something new each time. I immediately picked up on the spicy and dark berry aromas. The second time I noticed a hint of earthiness. On the palate, this red wine was very full-bodied and slightly tannic. It was well balanced and had a smooth, long finish. The acids in the wine complimented the taste of cherries and plums, with a slight hint of chocolate. The earthiness in the wine also went well with the strong pepper flavors. I did not taste this wine with food.
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