What We’re Drinking – Ridge “East Bench” Zinfandel

Rich aromas of chocolate covered cherries waft up from the glass. They lead on the palate, too, quickly followed by raspberry, milk chocolate, and leather. Smooth, fine-grained tannins and just enough acidity to keep the balance offer a lovely mouth-feel. Red fruit and chocolate linger. This is an opulent, round, mouth-filling wine begging for a black and blue strip loin. Highly Recommended. 93 points. DBH

WHO: Ridge
WHAT: Zinfandel
WHEN: 2015
DESIGNATION: East Bench
WHERE: Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California
HOW MUCH: $35 (media sample)
POINTS: 93