Wente Vineyards, Beyer Ranch Zinfandel, California, 2018

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Tasted by: Amy Wislocki
(at 67 Pall Mall, London, 22 Sep 2021)
Drinking Window: 2021 - 2023
On sale from mid-October, and a new addition to the range, this is a fruit-forward and bright expression of Californian Zinfandel. Red and black fruits leap from the glass, including a distinct note of pomegranate, and a touch of demerara sugar. The 14% alcohol is well integrated and, though full-bodied, it's not at all overblown like some Zins can be. Ages part in steel and part in old oak, giving a subtle oak influence and helping to keep the price low.
Wente Vineyards, Beyer Ranch Zinfandel, California, 2018
Producer
Wente Vineyards
Brand
Beyer Ranch Zinfandel
Vintage
2018
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
USA
Region
California
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
14.00%
Oak
Lightly Oaked
Grapes
100% Zinfandel