Director's Cut Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel

Vintage 2018
by Francis Ford Coppola Winery
Varietal Zinfandel
Color red
Region California (CA)
Country United States
Medal Score
14.0
4 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
blackberry jambaking spicescocoa powderbrambletoasted vanilla
Palate

Full-bodied with plush, ripe tannins and bright acidity, delivering a velvety texture that coats the palate.

Finish

Long and persistent, leaving notes of dark berry pie, cracked pepper, and sweet oak.

Food Pairings
  • • BBQ baby-back ribs with smoky chipotle glaze
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary rub
  • • spicy Italian sausage and pepper pizza
  • • aged Gouda mac and cheese
  • • dark chocolate chili brownies
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2030

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Sakura Women's Wine Awards 2022
Gold Critics Challenge International Wine Competition 2022
Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2022
Silver San Francisco International Wine Competition 2021

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