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The Specialyst Lodi Zinfandel 2019 Wine Review

The Specialyst Lodi Zinfandel 2019

The Specialyst Lodi Zinfandel 2019

Lodi, California, United States

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $23.95

Drink: 2022-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.1%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: The Specialyst

Agent: Philippe Dandurand Wines Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

From Sutter Home Winery, The Specialyst 2019 Zinfandel is a big, bold and beautifully balanced Lodi Zin, rich with dark plum, blueberry, red berry, fine herb and white pepper spice flavours velvety smooth on the palate. Pour with bison burgers and BBQ beef long ribs from the grill.

Zinfandel food pairings: burgers, ribs, tourtiere, roast chicken.

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This The Specialyst Lodi Zinfandel 2019 was reviewed on December 17, 2022 by Natalie MacLean

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Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Rich and bold, aromas of plum and blueberry, along with dried herbal notes, white peppery spice, and a hint of smoke. Full bodied, smooth on the palate with slight tannins, bright acidity, and rich, jammy berry notes on the palate, and more peppery spice on the finish. Enjoy with grilled meats.

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