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Easton Fiddletown Zinfandel (Rinaldi Vineyard) 2011

 

Mature garnet hue with aromas of cigar ash, fruity berry, licorice, and brambles. 

Palate--Elegant structure, smoke on the mid palate, blackberries and rustic red fruit with a finish that hangs on and on.

This is a solid single vineyard Zin from Amador Co. with a lovely foundation married with perfect acidity and fruit. At 10 years old it is really holding well.  

I have had better single vineyard zins but not since Rosenblum Cellars sold out the man. At around $30 this is pricey. But if you find it on sale (because of it's age) don't let that worry you. This Zin will hold for another 3-5 years but don't chance it, open that bottle now and enjoy optimal Zinfandel pleasure. 

I will be pairing it with grilled (if the weather holds off) venison chops and garden fresh potatoes.  Raise a glass!


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