Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin Zinfandel (75cl, 14.5%)

Alexander Valley Vineyards Sin Zin is a Sonoma County red wine blending 94% Zinfandel with 6% Petit Sirah. Produced since 1978 by the Wetzel family, it is aged for 10 months in French and American oak barrels. The Petit Sirah adds colour depth and tannic backbone. On the nose there are ripe strawberries, blackberries, vanilla and violet, with mild earthiness. The palate brings black cherry, plum, black pepper, cocoa and apricot, with smooth tannins and lively acidity. The finish lingers with licorice, dark chocolate, cracked pepper and orange peel.