THE ZIN - M. Cosentino

$21.99 -- blockbuster zin, just in time for outdoor grilling season !

This is a wonderful California Zin. It's big, bold and full of the luschious dark fruit that then expands onto the pallate with that pepper and spice that makes good California Zin truly remarkable.

Deep, Dense, fruit forward and honestly amazing. Stock up now and wow your barbeque guests with this American Classic.

97% Zinfandel (about 70% Old Vine) and 3% Petite Sirah

Cheese Pairing: Stilton, Gorgonzola

Food Paring: grilled meats

Purchase THE ZIN - M. Cosentino

Vintage: 2006

Organic: no

Lifespan: drink now thru 2012

Grape: zinfandel

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