and winemaker Harry Hansen is able to build from that experience to select the finest lots to create the most memorable expressions of the varietal for each vintage
It has weight and density
the 2016 Château Malescasse is a winner and a solid step up over the 2015
peach and toasted bread give it a nice sense of maturity and complexity
wild blueberries and cloves with suggestions of violets
Cigar Zinfandel NV (750 ml) Trebbiano Toscano and winemaker Harry Hansen islots of things happening in the multi faceted bouquet. Blackberry, plum, black cherry, vanilla, spice, cedar, licorice, black pepper and more all combine quite nicely. Taking a sip unveils a vanilla and chocolate soaked sweet berry fruit explosion. Notes of licorice, coffee and tobacco also come out under the fruit and are wrapped up in the smooth and rich mouthfeel. It's definitely a bit on the sweet side but like a lot of Zins it works with the