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Clos Du Val Zinfandel 2009 Wine Review

Clos Du Val Zinfandel 2009

Clos Du Val Zinfandel 2009

Napa Valley, California, United States

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $34.95

Drink: 2012-2015

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Clos Du Val

Agent: The Vine/Robert Groh Agency

Natalie's Score: 90/100

Briar patch underbrush with cedar, wild blackberries and brambleberries. Full-bodied, smooth and supple. Surprising juicy acidity on the palate makes it very food friendly.

Zinfandel food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, hamburgers.

This Clos Du Val Zinfandel 2009 was reviewed on February 18, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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Aromas of blackberry, sweet blueberry, strawberry, smoke and touches of earth make for a very interesting and engaging nose. Dry and fairly full bodied, the palate is well structured with nicely balanced tannins and acidity and a lively mid-palate. More good fruit, including blackberry and strawberry with spice, smoke and herbs, and a very flavourful and lengthy finish. Source: Vintages Wine Panel

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