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2005 Chateau Montelena - Zinfandel Estate Zinfandel - USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley - Red

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USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley

Red Zinfandel
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"This soars out of the ordinary." -TIME, June 7, 1976 (Judgement of Paris, tasting quote)

This quote embodies the dedication to quality and the consistently elegant, classical style Chateau Montelena has embraced since the early days. The current offerings continue to display adherence to that handcrafted heritage. One of the original "blue-chip" estates of Napa, its... More »

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VF: 2007-2015
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Source International Wine Cellar
Issue Issue 138

Community Tasting Notes average score of 96 points based upon 2 reviews

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Author AFM Cellar
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Tasted On 12/29/2012
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Tasted On 03/16/2009

14.7% alcohol Aromas: Dusty pencil lead, plum, concentrated blackberry jam with hints of cranberry and loam Palate: Focused bright essences of fig, pomegranate and dark stone fruits Impression: Elegant restraint, good acid profile, not a fruit bomb

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