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Gold Collection

2013 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel

The Michel-Schlumberger Gold Collection Zinfandel from the 2013 vintage is a vibrant red wine that beautifully captures the essence of the Dry Creek Valley. This wine showcases a medium body that provides a satisfying mouthfeel, while the acidity is lively, offering just the right amount of brightness to enhance its fruit-forward nature. Bursting with prominent flavors of dark berries, cherries, and hints of spice, the fruit intensity is incredibly expressive, inviting you to indulge with every sip. The tannins are well-structured yet approachable, contributing to the wine's overall balance without overpowering the palate. As a dry red, it pairs wonderfully with a variety of foods and makes for a delightful experience whether enjoyed on its own or alongside a hearty meal.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Cherry

Cherry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:


Dry Creek Valley

Dry Creek Valley AVA is located around 70 miles north of San Francisco, in the heart of Sonoma County. This small region may only be two miles wide, but it's a treasure trove of diversity thanks to its varied landscape and complex geological history. Flanked by rivers and lakes, the region's vineyards stretch from sun-soaked hillsides to cool valley floors. Its deep, gravelly soils are the perfect home for California's favorite red grape varieties, particularly Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, while Sauvignon Blanc thrives in cooler sites.

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