7 Deadly Zins 2017, Lodi 7 Deadly Cab 2018, Lodi Cost: $15-17 W hen 7 Deadly Zins was released in 2002 I thought it was a devilishly clever marketing campaign. A word play on the seven deadly sins, the grapes came from seven old vine zinfandel vineyards. The best part was how good the wine was. I have had 7 Deadly Zins many times since then, and it has continued to be a reliably excellent wine. Now there’s a new 7 Deadly in town, and while the name isn’t quite as catchy 7 Deadly Cab also is a terrific wine. The cab is full-bodied, full of ripe fruit flavors. In the glass it is a deep, dark garnet, almost opaque with vanilla and mocha aromas. The first sip brings flavors of ripe blackberry and dark fruit. It is a dry wine, with a big, smooth mouthfeel and a long finish.…
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Markham The Altruist 2017, Napa Valley Cost: $28-30 H ow great is it when you can support a worthy cause by drinking wine? Markham…
Alma Rosa La Encantada Blanc 2018, Sta. Rita Hills Alma Rosa El Jabali Pinot Noir 2018, Sta. Rita Hills Cost: $35 $65 I tasted…
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Oak Farm Zinfandel 2017, Lodi Cost: $23-25 I love Zinfandel, so every time I get a chance to try one, I do it. There…
Chemistry Pinot Noir Rosé Bubbles NV, Willamette Valley Cost: $19-21 F inding just the right wine to go with your meal can be tricky.…