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Cakebread Cellars Zinfandel 2009 Wine Review

Cakebread Cellars Zinfandel 2009

Cakebread Cellars Zinfandel 2009

Red Hills Lake County, California, United States

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $49.95

Drink: 2012-2016

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Cakebread Cellars

Agent: Charton Hobbs Inc

Natalie's Score: 92/100

Rich, glorious and complex with a superb balance and depth that I haven't tasted in most other California zinfandels. This is a flagship for the varietal and the region.

This Cakebread Cellars Zinfandel 2009 was reviewed on November 10, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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This opens with a mild musty oak and dark chocolate bouquet with some tobacco scents as well. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and smooth. The flavor profile is an oak infused plum with notes of blackberry, blueberry and hint of cola. The finish is dry and its mild tannins are friendly. The panel suggested pairing this wine with a juicy Angus bacon burger or a flank steak. Score: 90 Source: Kens Wine Guide

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