Marietta Roman Estate Zinfandel 2018

On another tip from an employee at the wine shop we went for this Zinn from California. Marietta Cellars from Geyserville, California is the producer of this Zinn that is actually a blend of 92% Zinfandel, 4% Petite Sirah and 4% Barbera. This unique blend of grapes was what actually made me want to try this particular bottle. Although I have seen Petite Sirah blended with Zinfandel many times…the addition of Barbera seemed rather different to me. The wine pours a nice deep purple with a viscous appearance. Wonderfully aromatic with dark fruit, currant jam and an earthiness on the nose. The flavors of blueberry, ripe raspberry, and mint with some noticeable oak in the background. The tannins are a touch grippy but overall not interfering. The flavors linger on the palate. A lovely wine that needs some decanting before enjoying it. I would drink it again.

Rating 8.8