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2007 Peterson Winery Zero Manipulation Mendocino

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Peterson Winery

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Other Red Wines

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Red

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2007

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$15.00

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			Score	User	City	State	Country	Tasting Notes	Time
75			90	JaneGarvey	Atlanta	Georgia	USA	The term zero references the winery’s lack of manipulation of this wine. Old -vine Carignane (pronounced Cahr-eee-gnyan if you’re French; car-eh-gun-ANN if you’re one of those old-line California Italian vintners) forms the foundation of this very good value California red wine (82%) from the legendary Tollini Vineyard in Mendocino. Another 6% is Petite Sirah (what the old timers called “Pets”), also from the Tollini Vineyard in Mendocino‘s Redwood Valley. The balance is from Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, evenly split between Zinfandel and Syrah. I do so love fruit salad, and this is lovely fruit salad. The blend is seamless, a full-bodied but balanced red wine with a nearly opaque inky purple red color. Lively plum and dark berry aromas with touches of vanilla and cinnamon introduce like flavors that finish in a burst of red fruit. Supple tannins, a delightful juiciness, and well-integrated oak and fruit (can’t believe this was partly done in American oak) are hallmarks of this excellent value. Moderate alcohol: 13.4%. Best when served slightly cool, about 65ºF/17ºC, in medium tulip-shaped glasses. Foods: Well-seasoned dishes; slightly spicy grilled duck breast with sweet potato; pasta dishes with braised meats; legume-based dishes with or without meat; meat pies; braised short ribs with root vegetables; root vegetable stew with pancetta or ham (or vegetarian if you prefer); empandas or other meat-filled pies; posole (a Southwestern American stew); meatloaf with tomato sauce; shepherd’s or cottage pie; beef or chicken fajitas; rich, aged cheeses (Morbier; Manchego). Ultimate Distributors	01/01/2010