1997 Marietta Cellars Zinfandel
Vineyard: Marietta Cellars
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Varietal: Zinfandel
Style: Red
Region: United States
Other Vintages: 2007 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1983 1979
Drink By: 2008
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
This newest vintage of Marietta's Cellars' Zinfandel is so deep, dark, and black purple in color that it is almost opaque. Equally intense is the aroma, which is heady with camphor, black pepper and blackberry. The viscous, think-bodied mouth feel coats the palate with blackberry and raspberry flavors and just a hint of oak and black pepper. The tannins are soft, yet, noticeable, and allow the mixture of flavors to cling to the palate and produce an enjoyable long, lingering finish. A touch o...