Reviews & Ratings

2008 Acorn Zinfandel "Heritage Vines"

Winery: Acorn

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Heritage Vines"

Wine Category: Zinfandel

Grape blend: 82% Zinfandel, 8% Petite Sirah, 8% Alicante Bouschet & 2% Mixed Blacks

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Russian River Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $35

Cases produced: 468

KWG Score: 86.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: February 25, 2012

Wine Review: This slightly opaque and dark ruby colored Zinfandel opens with a red currant and pomegranate like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and smooth. The flavor profile is a mild blueberry and gentle vanilla cream blend with a hint of plum. The finish is dry and its medium tannins are gentle and food friendly. This wine would pair well with barbecue chicken. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Tempting aromas of juicy berry pie, spicy pepper, and vanillin oak lead to this wine's smooth, plush entry. Lavish flavors—deep blackberry, ripe plum, and rich dark chocolate with threads of raspberry, coffee, and black pepper woven in—satisfy with the first sip through the long finish.

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