Bottle Notes, Zinfandel

2008 Outpost Zinfandel Howell Mountain – Bottle Notes

Outpost Wines was established in 1998 and sits on a pristine piece of land atop Howell Mountain 2200 feet above Napa Valley. Thomas Rivers-Brown has been the winemaker from the start and has gained further acclaim making highly sought after wines for Schrader, Rivers-Marie and many others. Besides Zinfandel, Outpost also produces Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache.

Violet in color. 16.2% ABV. Brambly red and black fruits on the nose. Big and chewy on the palate with a touch of heat. Flavors of raspberry liqueur, blackberries, white pepper and bittersweet cocoa. There are prominent, dusty Howell Mountain tannins on a medium length finish. Delicious Zinfandel but not for the faint of heart. Drink over the next 1-2 years.

My rating: 91 points.

Outpost wines are only available via the mailing list and sell out quickly. Highly recommended.

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