Dry Creek Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Zinfandel 2010

Here is a Zin that does not commit any of the common sins of that variety. It’s not heady or heavy. It’s not overly alcoholic. It’s not sappy or sweet. And it does not lack structure. Instead, top accentuate the positive, it tastes deep and dark, with plenty of briary, savory spice to keep the fruit in check, and just enough acidity and tannin for balance. It’s what Zinfandel should be — a serious yet supremely enjoyable red wine.