A very fine example of hot-country Zin, it shows blueberry, blackberry and black rasberry aromas dusted with spices, and similar punchy flavors. The acidity is low, the tannins soft. Basically dry, but the palate senses the sweetness of huge extract. Nothing shy here, but what it does, it does well.——S.H.(12/15/2001)—— 87

Dark, intense and spicy, this Zin avoids the herbal qualities that can creep into Paso Robles reds. Briary blackberry fruit finishes with a touch of vanilla and some mild wood tannins. Only 150 cases made.——S.H.(5/1/2000)—— 90