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Midnight 2018 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles Willow Creek District)

Rating
93
Price
$44
Winery
Variety
Region
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
16.6%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
3/1/2022
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This is a bruiser of a Zinfandel, but it fires on so many cylinders beyond the heft. Woody pine, smoked plum and liquid licorice aromas lead into a palate of oaky tannins that uphold the dense plum and licorice flavors. The tannins dig in and hold on. Matt Kettmann

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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