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    Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel - Rich And Savory

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 13, 2019 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    A money saver from Mendocino! The Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel, available at Costco.

    Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel - Rich And Savory

    85% Zinfandel and 15% Petite Sirah from family-owned vineyards in the Ukiah Valley, Mendocino County, California. The wine is aged in 100% 1-2 year old French oak barrels.

    Sample submitted for review. The Artezin Mendocino County Old Vine Zinfandel has an SRP of $18 and is available for as low as $12, including at Costco. No Costco? You can check your local retailer pricing here.

    From the bottle:

    Sourced from heirloom plantings, Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel is an artisanal wine handcrafted from sustainably farmed, multi-generational family vineyards throughout Mendocino County, where classic Zinfandel was introduced by Italian immigrants more than a century ago. This Zinfandel offers notable varietal aromas of raspberry and boysenberry with notes of spice and black pepper. Grilled meats, hearty stews and zesty cheeses are a perfect pairing. Enjoy!

    14.8% Alcohol

    The 2017 Artezin Mendocino Old Vine Zinfandel begins with a harmonious aroma of cherry, cranberry, raspberry, strawberry, vanilla and cinnamon. The wine tastes smooth, rich and savory with well integrated spice, pepper and vanilla notes under the abundance of ripe, juicy fruit. Soft tannins, dried herbal notes and even a bit of licorice and cola all lead into the long, dry finish of lingering vanilla and spice. This is a fabulous wine at this low price and would make a great complement to any tomato based BBQ sauce.

    Ready to buy? Check your local retailers.

    2017 Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel

    TASTE: 8       COST: 7
    OVERALL RATING: 7.8

    Highly Recommended

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