1.   This California zinfandel displays intensely fresh, penetrating berry fruit and very good persistence on the palate.

2.   Cabernet needs lots of time to soften the tannins and allow the berry fruit to develop.

3.   Elegant medium-bodied Zin with ripe jammy berry fruit, soft tannins and a lingering finish.

4.   Full of rich, dark berry fruit, abundant structure and a peppery taste, this wine is delicious with beef fajitas.

5.   The result is a jammy concoction of berry fruit, lavender, spice and some smoke, with appealingly soft tannins and a lengthy finish.

6.   This release from M. Consentino, based in Yountville, has plenty of backbone, depth and concentrated berry fruit with a slight cocoa blend.