About the Wine: Terroir, the taste of a place, is crucial to wine making. Napa Valley California is the unchallenged king of most California reds but Sonoma County in general and the Dry Creek region in particular are fast developing a reputation for superior Zinfandels.
About THIS Wine: The wine has a burgundy center with a violet rim, a coloration I would expect of a Pinot Noir. The nose is almost overpowering with the smell of blackberry with hints of tobacco and blueberry. The palate is smoother and lighter than the nose would indicate but still fairly robust. Blackberry is prominent along with hints of cherry and clove. The finish is light and does not linger.
Drinking This Wine: I happened to be having calzone for lunch when the vendor brought the wine to our store. It was a good pairing. I think this wine would also be good for a sipping wine.
Overall Impression: It is very good, but a bit overpriced.
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