Reviews & Ratings

2021 Robert Biale Zinfandel "Black Chicken"

Winery: Robert Biale

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Black Chicken"

Wine Category: Zinfandel

Grape blend: Zinfandel

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $55

Cases produced: 7,185

KWG Score: 93.8 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92.5)

Review date: February 21, 2024

Wine Review: This deep purple colored Zinfandel from Robert Biale opens with a mild black cherry and nutmeg bouquet with hints of black raspberry, stewed black plum, and violets. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated fresh acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, round, smooth, and zesty. The flavor profile is a black cherry and oak blend with notes of black plum and minerality. We also detected some hints of cassis, vanilla, and baking spice. The finish is dry, and its fruit and moderate dusty tannins build up and linger for a while. The Tasting Panel would pair this Zin with Italian beef braciole or barbecue pulled pork. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Showing the influence of the breezy and fog-laced Oak Knoll District, the 2021 vintage offers rich, plush fruit, delicate acidity and a structure defined by well-ripened tannins. Layered notes of black cherry, raspberry, sandalwood, bergamot, cloves, blueberry, and balsam on the nose. Delicate, yet rich with plum compote, violets, and baking spice on the palate. An ideal vintage of the Black Chicken that, with proper cellaring, will continue to improve for the next 5-7 years.

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