The m2 Alicante Bouschet from St. Jenise's Vineyard is as dark as dark gets. The inky indigo color does, indeed look like it means business. On the nose, you get aromas of cassis and a fistful of spice - clove, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom and anise play into the profile. The palate shows monstrous black fruit - blackberry and plum - with plenty of spices getting plenty of play. The spicy character lasts into the finish and stays awhile.
If a rib roast is on your holiday table, this should be, too. It will pair with lamb just as nicely. The Lodi Wine folk say they like it with a smoked paprika pork chop, and now I want some of that. — 10 years ago
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Oh yeah, Tormenta! — 10 years ago
Light zin tastes like cherry juice — 11 years ago
Harney Lane is arguably one of the more refined of the Lodi wines. If you desire a Zin that is more Napa-esque, look no further. If you want a classic fruit forward Lodi Zin, maybe check out M2. — 9 years ago
Always have enjoyed the wines of M2. This one from a vineyard in Amador doesn't disappoint. — 10 years ago
Found this in a farm shop not far from Lodi: I love stumbling upon unexpected bottles like this. 100% Petite Sirah, upfront fruits, with substantial oak and tannins. High quality, ageworthy, and California at its least commercial and predictable best. — 10 years ago
A very classic Zin... — 11 years ago
Great limited edition Gamay Pinot Noir from the Mallivoire estate. — 12 years ago
pure ripe lodi at its jammy best. some might find it over the top but I like it! — 10 years ago
Light, fruity, good seam of acidity, and a hint of Gamay's peachiness. — 10 years ago
Fruit forward, blueberry jammy nose. Slight chocolate taste — 11 years ago
Heather Perry
Zin with din — 9 years ago