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Pure Bred Zinfandel Old Vine 2017

 


Ruby garnet hue with aromas of lighter stewed tomatoes, lighter spice, a light touch of vanilla, and dried stewed prunes.

Palate--There's something about mass produced, casually made Zins that have the same profile. This is what this reminds of. Lots of berry fruit up front, some gentle spicing, but it just has a "meah: impression.  

I reviewed this last year and it was somewhat different and a touch more favorable.  At Trader Joe's price of around $7 it's a wine worth getting so raise a glass!


 

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