At a loss for just the right expressions to describe the ZIN you're drinking? Here are
some words and phrases, collected by the ZIN Zealot, for some of the various flavors and
characters of ZIN. Keep this list handy as you enjoy your wine!
Flavors
(not in any order)
|
| black cherry |
cherry |
| blackberry |
raspberry |
| deep core of berry |
intense fruit |
| cinnamon |
clove |
| spicy |
black pepper |
| chocolate character |
plum |
| jammy |
raspberry/eucalyptus/mint |
Character
(not in any order)
|
| complex |
rich and supple |
| bold |
rounded out by oak flavors |
| fat, plush |
bright, lively |
| sumptuous |
vibrant |
| light and fruity |
big and hearty |
| rich, dense |
easy-going, soft |
| flamboyant |
ostentatious |
Summarizing...
| enjoyable young, but with ample structure for aging |
| perfect picnic or luncheon wine |
| a blockbuster ZIN! |
| medium bodied wine in the claret tradition |
| Bordeaux qualities of longevity, style and promise |
For a
comprehensive set of words to describe ZIN, check out the Zinfandel Aroma Wheel, developed
by Prof. Ann Noble of UC Davis!
Copyright 2002. All rights reserved. Vivian Nagy.
Contact the ZIN Zealot
November 26, 2008 |
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