De Natale Zinfandel Old Vine Russian River Valley

De Natale

Other · Zinfandel
Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
80 /100
Reviews
2
professional

Vintages

1
1999 Other 80/100
Zinfandel
NV

Community Reviews

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Taster #1256 · Jun 14, 2008
80/100
Garnet-colored, with no discernible oxidation/browning around the edges. Judging by color alone, I would presume that this wine had a few years left in it. Easy drinking and light on the palate - my previous tasting notes are still valid. However, I detected a very slight effervescence (secondary fermentation) in this bottle, not observed in prior bottles. Still no objectionable flavors, and the secondary fermentation wasn't of sufficient level to detract from enjoyment of the wine. Based on tasting, I'd …
1999 vintage
Taster #1256 · Dec 23, 2007
80/100
Relatively soft on the palate with reasonable acid, moderate fruit and tanins. Short finish. Mild nose, improves with time in the glass. No objectionable odors. No further improvement can be expected with further aging; drink within the next year or two. Alcohol 14.3% Total production: 124 cases
1999 vintage