Unbalanced mess of vanilla, oak, and jam. Lacks structure. High acid finish.
Unbalanced mess of vanilla, oak, and jam. Lacks structure. High acid finish.
May 29th, 2019
2016v. I thought I was picking up the Avalon Cali blend cab sav, but this one says Lodi on it. That might explain my surprise. Perhaps a change in source? The black fruit (think blackberries, plum) is pretty ripe and jammy. There's a pretty hefty dose of American oak- vanilla, spice, slight char- coming through. It's not a bad wine, but not what I was expecting. This has more of a Lodi zinfandel profile and would pair better w grilled meats and burgers. Now I know to double check the label! 13.5% ABV.
2016v. I thought I was picking up the Avalon Cali blend cab sav, but this one says Lodi on it. That might explain my surprise. Perhaps a change in source? The black fruit (think blackberries, plum) is pretty ripe and jammy. There's a pretty hefty dose of American oak- vanilla, spice, slight char- coming through. It's not a bad wine, but not what I was expecting. This has more of a Lodi zinfandel profile and would pair better w grilled meats and burgers. Now I know to double check the label! 13.5% ABV.
Jan 21st, 2019
California, USA
