Croix Estate - 1904 Zinfandel 2023 (750ml) Saumur-ChampignyThis sexy, ripe and jammy Zinfandel opens with lively aromatics of boysenberry, blueberry, black cherry, and lavender catch curiosity immediately. The wines hue sheets the glass with jet black ink, indicative of Alicante Bouchets influence on the concentration of color. The mouthfeel is a viscous, luscious harmony of star anise, black plum, blackberries, and savory sweet bliss.
'Linea 1878 Barolo'---this beautiful red Italian wine has a balanced taste of red and dark fruits
Today Luigi continues to operate his the winery assisted by his two daughters and his son-in-law
The palate is intense with rich plum
a suggestion of sandalwood
12 months barrel aging with two rackings (barrel to barrel
Rounded tannins lead to a spicy earth-laced finish
Beautiful rose-gold color with lots of ripe pear
35% Cabernet Franc
the somber black fruit yielding notes of red
effervescent and delicate
accompanied by spicy and floral notes
it has a good balance of acidity and tannin
