Smooth, with the typical peppery bite of the variety. Deep dark red color, and quite dry. Full body and long flavor ... outstanding. From the introductory First Leaf case. 22 January 2021 — 4 years ago
1 of the best Zinfandels I've had. Very smooth and full of flavor. — 5 years ago
Well balanced and fruity. No real pull at the end. Very drinkable. — 6 years ago
‘15 vintage great way to end our Montana ski trip! Let it breathe for an hour per suggestions. It’s a dark red/purple with deep fruits and light tannins — 6 years ago
I loved a wine, but it wasn't favored amongst other folks. Lots of vanilla and oak. Full bodied and dry. Love this! Would probably pair nicely with steak or ribs. — 7 years ago
One of the best Malbec in this price range. — 8 years ago
13.5% ABV Salute to Lulu Peyraud of Domaine Tempier in France. Lulu’s father owned the vineyard , and she along with her husband took it over. Sadly we lost her in October 2020 at the age of 102 y/o. This is a blend of old vine Mataro and Grenache. Light salmon color, watermelon initially , later apple. Very nice! — 3 years ago
Great nose. Good color. Nice peppery finnish. Smooth drinking. Tannins and acid are well balanced. Nice lingering finish. Fruits are mu
ddled. Lots of fruit with cherry dominant but nothing else really stands out. A fine example of Klinker Brick wine. You won't be disappointed in this wine. — 4 years ago
Deep cherry fruit hint of spice. Rich. — 6 years ago
Delicious after an hour decant — 6 years ago
2012
Very nice flavor with strong fruit but not overwhelming. Little bit of spice, but fairly good balance overall slightly biased towards fruit side. Finish is medium long but not very tannic or acidic — 7 years ago
Wow!! Simply awesome. 1hr+ decant. Dark purple color. Nose of tar and baking spices. Velvet on the palate and chewy. Nice fruit with earth and refinement throughout. Medium plus depth. Medium minus finish is the only fault. Wish I bought more @ $45!! 96.5 but rounding up. Glad I have two more bottles!! — 4 years ago
Smooth. Oakey and kind of a cheesy finish. — 4 years ago
Love! Let it breath a little and sip and enjoy! Hints of chocolate and vanilla. Very good! — 6 years ago
Hints of fruit - finishes dry. Very good. — 6 years ago
My first Zinfandel experience. Fruit forward and heady alcohol hit. Balanced tannin and acidity with just a hint of sweetness. Fun to drink! — 7 years ago
Hint of mint on the nose. With fresh sage. Flavors are berry pies and licorice. Plenty of petite sirah and such. — 8 years ago
Stephen Dodson
Still got a huge number of years left in it, but great treat at the end of the night — 2 years ago