I discovered this bottle recently while browsing the wine section. Needless to say the label stood out from the other wines on the shelves. A quick read from the back of the bottle revealed this wine had notes of "Cedar Coffins"!!! What a mouth watering descriptor.
Zombie Zin - 2010 California Zinfandel
Pours deep purple with strong aroma notes of grapes and spice. The flavor has some nice wooden stake notes, along with dark grapes and leather. Thin mouth feel makes for easy sipping.The finish is slightly spicy, with a slow burning warming effect, and is as dry as the autumn leaves that cover a cemetery. I like the earthiness of this wine, the elements of wood and spice really work together nice to make a bold flavor. The cedar coffin descriptor becomes noticeable about halfway into enjoyment and becomes the dominant spice enhancer during the finish.
Overall I enjoyed this unique wine. I liked the earthiness of the flavor, like fresh turned soil on a moonless night. The spicy finish does get a bit sharp after a while, but I found that to be an enjoyable quality. Nice to have on hand for All Hallows' Eve, you never know when unexpected company may stop by - (Insert cheesy sinister laughter).
Cheers!!!
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