Angel Vine 2011 Zinfandel, Columbia Valley, $19
Ed Fus makes his wine close to his home in Carlton, Ore., but his grapes come from Washington vineyard — in this case, Alder Ridge in the Horse Heaven Hills, Avery near Maryhill and and StoneTree on the Wahluke Slope. The aromatics are stuff with loads of raspberry, pie cherry, home-canned President plums and strawberry candy and sarsaparilla. Next comes a beautiful entry of raspberry and strawberry juice with good acidity. Mild tannins, good length and dialed-in alcohol make this a bright and delicious Zin from the Pacific Northwest.
Rating: Outstanding!
Production: 325 cases
Alcohol: 15.1%
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