Deep crimson color. Pungent yet restrained aromas of black plums with good intensity and touches of spice and blackberry. The palate is warm and friendly yet piercingly clean, bright and balanced. Plums are predominate with touches of blueberry; spice and bramble are in the background but still identifiable as Zin. The finish is moderately long. Balance, not alcohol is the source of the warmth. This is a refined beauty, ready to drink. Rated 93.85.
Dan Kravitz