Reviews & Ratings

2008 Murphy Goode Zinfandel "Liars Dice"

Winery: Murphy Goode

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Liars Dice"

Wine Category: Zinfandel

Grape blend: 98% Zinfandel, 1.5% Carignane, & .5% Petite Sirah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Sonoma County

State or country: CA

Price: $21

Cases produced: 20,028

KWG Score: 88 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (87)

Review date: April 19, 2012

Wine Review: The ruby colored Zinfandel opens with a mild blueberry and black cherry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and smooth. The flavor profile is a very interesting and unique blend of cherry cola and coconut with hints of mango, red currant, oak, and black pepper. The finish is dry and drifts away nicely. This wine would pair well with barbecue chicken sandwiches. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: In Liar's Dice Zinfandel, we’ve created our most passionate wine — one that's so sweet and juicy, it'll leave you wanting more. Our 2008 vintage is a combination of both Dry Creek and Alexander Valley fruit. The Dry Creek grapes contribute black raspberry and currants. The Alexander Valley fruit imparts rich flavors of black cherry and blackberry jam. Soft tannins perfectly balance the sweetness of the fruit. Liar's Dice Zinfandel was made for the backyard barbeque. Nothing's better than grillin' up your favorite meat (may we suggest lip-smacking baby-back ribs, burgers, or pulled pork) and enjoying it with a glass of Liar's Dice Zinfandel.

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