Red Wine Review: Watts Old Vine Zinfandel

Watts Old Vine Zinfandel “Iris Vineyard” 2002

Fresh, bright, open nose of ripe raspberry, strawberry, and a hint of earth and a minty, menthol aroma. Despite being from “old” vines, this is a “New World” style red wine: open, forward, rich, plump, ripe raspberry and boysenberry flavors upfront, hints of earth, spice, and a touch of tobacco making an appearance in the midpalate. Acidity is almost nonexistent until the finish, tannins are soft, alcohol is a little high (but that is often the price paid for ripeness). Very clean. This wine is built for the cocktail crowd, as it is jammy yet easy drinking, and will get overwhelmed by most fatty foods. Enjoy it alone, or try it with leaner meats such as turkey and stronger fish (salmon, swordfish, eel). A MyWinesDirect selection — which means you may have a hard time finding it through a local retailer, so your best bet is to order it online.

a-8 t-8 b-6 fc-6 v-7 ~ 85 Points

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