2008 Dashe Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma $25 – A very versatile zinfandel – for my liking it is on the lighter side, showing attractive bramble, damson and dried fruit aromas and flavors with notes of clove and sweet spice. Medium bodied, it is fruity and easy-drinking. Very versatile, and sure to please around the Thanksgiving table.
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Thanksgiving Wines: What's On Your Table This Year?
October 1st, 2010
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2007 Todd Brothers Ranch Petite Sirah, Alexander Valley
This lovely Petite Sirah preserves the variety's full-bodied richness, but the tannins are so gentle, it's drinkable now. Shows deep, ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants, with meaty notes of grilled beef and a chocolaty, peppery finish. Lush and complex, it drinks beautifully with grilled steak, and will elevate a gourmet hamburger. — Steve Heimoff
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2007 Alexander Valley Todd BrothersRanch Petite Sirah
Packed with black tannin, flavors of blackberry pie and fresher notes of blueberries, this is a substantial red that needs years in the cellar to mature. The purity of the fruit should sustain it as the wine ages. (125 cases) Dashe Cellars, Oakland, CA — Joshua Greene
