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Tortoise Creek "The Chelonian" Zinfandel 2015
Lodi, CA | Rating: |
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Cost: $14 (average - 2016 vintage) | Jess - 4.5/5 |
Rating: 87 (Wine Enthusiast) | Travis - NA |
I was on a business trip to San Antonio, TX last week and naturally went in search of a wine bar for dinner on my first evening. I discovered Zinc Bistro. A charming spot a few blocks off the river in downtown San Antonio.
The bartenders were extremely knowledgeable and recommended this wine for me to try. I'm so glad they did! All of the wine and food teh suggested after chatting with me was exactly what I was looking for. It was a hard decision to try other dining spots the other evenings of my trip!
Winemaker Notes:
~ Tortoise Creek Wines
Wine Notes:
- Winery: Tortoise Creek
- Alcohol: 14.7%
- Varietal/Blend: 90% Zinfandel, 5% Tannat, & 5% Petite Syrah
- Fermenting/Aging: 6 months in oak
Tasting Notes:
Medium bodied jammy zinfandel, but not overly sweet as some zinfandels can be. Raspberry, cherry and plum notes mix pleasantly with flavors of vanilla and cinnamon in the long finish.
I did pair this particular wine with an amazing margarita pizza. It was really nice with the fresh tomato and basil. I think it also would have held up well with something spicer, though I personally don't usually care for food that's too spicy.
I really enjoyed this wine. And while it was a bit expensive by the glass (what wine isn't in a touristy downtown area?), I was pleasantly surprised at the bottle cost when I looked it up. This is something we could easily pick up a few bottles of to have on hand. It also made me realize that I need to try more Lodi zinfandels!
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Sorry it has taken so long to get back to you.
been busy planting the garden for this year.
I used to drink Zin. I like it.
Maybe I should plant grapes for Travis an you.
you could make your own wine
Zinfandel is what we’re currently hooked on!
Also, not so sure that you should plant any grapes… we certainly don’t have the time or knowledge to make our own wine. We’re content to drink other people’s!