A recent addition to the large stable of Sattui Zinfandels, and it fits right in to a great group of horses. Razzleberry spice is my go-to term for this style, where the red fruit mix is vibrant and ripe without crossing into the jam and toast zone. Big acidity helps keep things light and adds a zesty vibe to the finish. If you aren’t aging some top-flight Zinfandel in your cellar yet, this is a fine place to start. Contains 5% Alicante Bouschet. A Platinum Award winner at the 2018 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.
V. Sattui Winery, Napa Valley (California) Zinfandel 2016
By Rich Cook