Parasphere Zinfandel 2014 (Sonoma)

Really lovely hue with a dark black berry hue and aromas of baker's bittersweet chocolate, mint on opening, wild dark berry fruit,

Palate--immense beam of ripe dark berries up front, a nice baked bread middle with a texture that is thickish, it even looked thick swirling in the glass, and long lasting bready fruit finish.
This is absolutely extraordinary. Perfectly integrated with room even to grow into its skin but who can resist right now?

I want to go grab a case of this ultra value gem offered by Trader Joes at--sit down--$8! I was just lamenting to a fellow zinophile the demise (to me) of Rosenblum the Zin maestros once they were taken over by Bronco and then Dieago Brands. If I didn't know better, I would swear this is a Rosenblum creation of old--be still my heart (and palate). If you see this around GRAB it. It is what Zinfandel was meant to be! Raise a case!!!

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Pure Bred (Old Vine) Zinfandel Lodi 2017

Very light hue with a unique aroma (slight) at the side rim of dill pickle juice which is intriguing. Zin aromas of wild berries, not over powering but pleasant, with a touch of rustic zinfulness. (OK that was cheesy!) Palate--There's a watery first impression but is quickly engulfed in big Zin fruitiness which is quickly fleeting leaving a pleasant lingering gentle berry goodness with a slightly "green" end. OK, I am the Zin maestro having had more zins in my life than possibly all other varietals combined? Well, if not, I am getting there. Zin is my grape. And here is the get a grip factor; this sells for $6.50 from Trader Joes, nuff said. Face it, I can't drink Turley, or Rosenblum single vineyard zins everyday (or even every week) so if you're having the gang over and want a light hearted red for those who insist they don't like red wine, give them I bit of this and see what happens. At this price, I'll raise a glass. Thanks MB :)

M.Chevallier Carte Noire BRUT

Very pale yellow hue with nice, tiny bubbles and ample aromas of strong lemony citrus. Palate--Off dry fruity (cava) from Spain and a Trader Joes pick. This is a nice $9 sparkler from TJ's. Freixnet is my fave inexpensive Cava and the TJ's guy saw me hunting. He suggested and I grabbed one. Glad I did. Certainly a "raise a glass"kind of wine, chilled down with seafood, grilled salmon, appetizers and just about anything really. I'll be snagging more.

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