ORIGINAL ZIN
This selection of Zinfandels celebrates America’s grape in all its full-flavored glory. Never lacking in body or bold flavors, it’s a wine that satisfies all year round—in winter with hearty foods and in summer as the perfect accompaniment for grilling.
MIRAFLORES Zinfandel El Dorado 2015 (93, $30) Brooding, refined; floral, black cherry, licorice, dark plum, mineral, smoked pepper
CAROL SHELTON Zinfandel Cucamonga Valley Monga Zin Old Vine Lopez Vineyard 2016 (91, $22) Lively; floral, pomegranate, cherry, sweet anise, briar, spice
ALEXANDER VALLEY VINEYARDS Zinfandel Alexander Valley 2015 (90, $20) Zesty, briary; black raspberry, cracked pepper, licorice
DRY CREEK Zinfandel Sonoma County Heritage Vines 2016 (90, $24) Raspberry, grilled anise, white pepper; old-school
CAROL SHELTON Zinfandel Lodi Pizazz Zin Piazza Ranch Old Vine 2015 (90, $19) Baked cherry, anise,…
