Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Bogle from Sierra Foothills, California. Head-trained, dry farmed old vines are the source for Bogle's Old Vine Zinfandel. These gnarly old vines produce concentrated fruit of unsurpassed quality and intensity. This supple and mouth-filling vintage leads with juicy blueberry and ripe blackberry fruit. Black pepper and hints of chocolate notes integrate well with this soft, plush body. Subtle hints of spicy oak and pipe tobacco create structure, allowing this wine to stand up to a variety of fare. This is the perfect wine to pair with everything from rich sauces and unique dishes, to your favorite weeknight take-out.

Red Wine by Cline from California. As always, the California Zinfandel is a challenging and rewarding wine to produce. Severe selection criteria and master blending show in the final product, which showcases a wide array of dark berry fruit including black cherry and raspberry. Additionally, spice notes and a lasting finish of vanilla from oak aging and firm, supple tannins add complexity to this wine. This wine is ready to drink now and will continue to develop complexity over the next three to four years.

Red Wine by Bocce from California. This Zinfandel shows aromas of white pepper, cranberry and cherry. On the palate, there is vibrant fresh red fruit from younger vines with the rich, full texture and dark fruit flavors from mellowed older vines. Serve in tumblers and enjoy with a plate of prosciutto and broken parmesan followed by pizza, pasta and barbeque.

Red Wine by Cline from California. As always the California Zinfandel is a challenging and rewarding wine to produce. Severe selection criteria and master blending show in the final product, which showcases a wide array of dark berry fruit including black cherry and raspberry. Additionally, spice notes and a lasting finish of vanilla from oak aging and firm, supple tannins add complexity to this wine. This wine is ready to drink now and will continue to develop complexity over the next three to four years.

Red Wine by Renwood from Sierra Foothills, California. The 2005 Sierra Foothills Zinfandel displays aromas of cherry, plums and nutmeg. The flavors mirror the aromas and give the wine a fresh fruit flavor with a spicy aftertaste. This lighter style of Sierra Foothills Zinfandel is smooth and luscious.

Red Wine by Estancia from Central Coast, California. Aroma: Hints of dark berries, red plum, cocoa bean, nutmeg and vanilla fill the nose. Flavor: Ripe boysenberry and black cherry are accented by notes of dark chocolate and cinnamon. Soft hints of creamy vanilla accompany the lingering finish.

Red Wine by Rancho Zabaco from California. Blend: 80.7% Zinfandel, 5.3% Syrah, 4.5% Petit Syrah, 3.5% Tempranillo The wine is immediately approachable with lots of ripe dark fruit flavors of blackberry and black cherry complemented by bright red fruit flavors of raspberry and strawberry. Spicy notes of black pepper and vanilla add layers which allow the fruits to be the star. With its bright, vibrant fruit flavors, soft mouth feel and zesty personality, this wine can go with just about any dish from barbequed meats to rich pasta sauces.

Red Wine by Bocce from California. The best description of the Bocce wines come from an understanding of the label and the family from which it comes. In 1919, the first year of prohibition, my grandfather took the train to California to learn where the best grapes could be purchased for making wine said Michael Mondavi. He determined that the Lodi area was the best because of the Zinfandel grape, which made a good red wine but also had thick skins and could be shipped across the country in rail cars or trucks without spoiling. In 1920 Cesare Mondavi and family moved to Lodi, California, to ship wine grapes and winemaking supplies to Italian families throughout the country. According to law each head of household could make 200 gallons or four barrels equivalent of wine. Cesare chose the name Bocce for the crate's label after his favorite pastime. The label you see on the bottle is a replica of the label on the crates of grapes Cesare shipped. Now that you understand the label, it is time to understand Rosa Mondavi, Cesare's wife. Rosa became interested in her grandson Michael's start into the wine business. She was concerned that he and his father were only going to make luxury style wines or to her way of thinking \\x91special occasion' wines. She felt Michael needed to make a wine for everyday people (like herself) to drink, and most importantly it had to be good. Michael asked his Nonna (grandmother) to explain further. She said it has to be affordable enough for daily use and it has to be good enough for friends and family to ask for a second or even a third glass. If they do not want that second glass the wine is not very good. It was that simple. Bocce wines are meant for everyday enjoyment with family and friends, and shared with a hearty meal and lively conversation.

Red Wine by Parducci from North Coast, California. Parducci 2004 Zinfandel offers lovely aromas of fresh blackberry and sweet cherry fruit with complexities of coffee, cocoa, black pepper and vanilla. Its flavors of savory berry and cherry are a great match for foods like burgers, roast chicken, sausages, steak, red sauced pasta and BBQ ribs.

Red Wine by Ironstone from California. This classic Lodi Zin is produced from grapes hand selected from vineyards that are over 45 years old. These old vine vineyards produce grapes known for exceptionally concentrated fruit flavors and unprecedented depth. This Zinfandel's blackberry and dark fruit aroma is balanced well with its ripe plum and sweet berry flavors. To enhance the rich flavor characteristics, the wine was aged in French oak for 6 months. This medium-bodied wine has a smooth and unpretentious finish. Zinfandel wines have incredible depth and concentration of berry fruit flavors and spicy notes, so serve with herbaceous beef stews, grilled vegetables and red pepper pesto.