8 Years in the Desert 2019
USA, California
Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah
Price category: $$$$$
MQ
Mairead Quinn
E & J Gallo Winery
EB
Edouard Baijot (attending)
Export / Sales Manager, E. & J. Gallo Winery
Description
An opaque core with a red, amethyst rim, the wine opens with ripe raspberry and blackberry, dark plum preserves and hints of black pepper and clove. An entry of heft, the palate is packed with blueberry and sweet black cherry, along with a touch of herbs - thyme and tarragon. Long on the finish, the ripe tannins, a dash of ash and notes of black tea, round out the wine.
Awards
93 pts The Wine Advocate Points
Alcohol
16.1%