| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Zinfandel |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Appellation |
Calistoga Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $37.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-02-26 |
Perfect For
Pleasing A Crowd, Steak Dinner, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Barbera, Sangiovese , Zinfandel
Chateau Montelena Estate Zinfandel, 2015 Review
The balance in this wine is incredible. Zins have a wild spectrum of intensity and calm, and this one runs right down the middle. It has intense, taut fruit with a mild viscous nature you just want to chew on. The aromas are earthy (forest in fall), savory (aged balsamic) and fruity (blackberry and plum) all at once, with an amazing acidity spreading out to keep everything in balance. To get a good understanding of Zinfandel’s true characteristics, I would start here.
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