Wine: Paso Robles Zinfandel
Name: Francis Ford Coppola Zinfandel
Variety: 100% Zinfandel
Country of Origin: United States
Region of Origin: California
Vintage Year: 2022
Price: $16.79
Description: Diamond Collection wines come from the best growing regions in California, and reflect Francis Coppolas’s belief that fine wine enhances a well-lived life. Our Paso Robles Zinfandel bestows supple tannins and lush, jammy flavors of berries, cherries and plums along with spicy oak and notes of pepper and anise. Enjoy with barbecued spareribs or spicy lentil stew.
Shop/Wine Critic/Winery Review: “This wine is fresh, with aromas of blackberry, cassis, allspice, toasty oak and violets on the nose. The flavors on the palate are pomegranate, dark plum and clove, layered with bittersweet chocolate, orange zest and a dry finish. Pair with weekday meals.” (Wine Enthusiast)
Wine Folly: I was unable to taste the jammy fruit flavors, but I was very much able to taste the smoky and sweet tobacco flavors which are characteristic of Zinfandel. I was also able to taste the high alcohol content of the wine. (p.189)
My Review: The Francis Ford Coppola Zinfandel was very bold and had a strong bitter and black peppery flavor. Additionally, it had some plum flavors which were a bit less strong. It also tasted a smoky and a bit burnt.
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