James Bryant Zinfandel

Winery: James Bryant

Grape: Zinfandel

Vintage:  2019

Winemaking: Upon arriving at the winery, the grapes are destemmed, crushed and fermented warm at about 85° F in a stainless steel fermenter. The juice is held on the skins for about two weeks before being gently pressed and racked cleanly for aging. Only 30% of the blend is aged on new American oak for 12 months to enrich this fruit-forward Zinfandel.

Tasting notes: This Zinfandel delights with aromas of blackberries, cassis, strawberry jam and notes of vanilla and toasty oak. Juicy flavors of black cherry and ripe plums round out this easy-drinking, medium-bodied wine. Soft, well-integrated tannins unfold into a lingering bright, fresh black fruit finish with just a hint of mocha. It pairs deliciously with rich pasta, meaty fish, goat cheeses and prime rib.

Food Pairing: Rich pasta, meaty fish, goat cheeses and prime rib.