Mengler Family Wines Alegría Vineyards "Rita's Block" Red Wine Russian River Valley Sonoma County CA 2018
Tasting Notes: Dense yet vibrant, offering ripe blackberry, plum and black cherry layered with licorice, cedar, cocoa and baking spice, framed by firm but polished tannins and a refreshing line of acidity that carries a long, satisfying finish on the palate today.
90 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Composition: 59% Zinfandel, 23% Primitivo, 5% Alicante Bouschet, 2% Petite Sirah, 2% Trousseau, 2% Syrah, 2% Charbono, 1% Mataro, 1% Tinta Cao, 1% Einset, <1% Negrette, <1% Petit Beclan, <1% Garnacha, <1% Mystery, <1% Liatiko, <1% Grand Noir Calmette, <1% Petit Bouschet, <1% Rubired, <1% Royalty, <1% Carignane
Pair with: Grilled Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs, Wild Mushroom And Sausage Pizza
Hold Time: Now–2030
Alcohol by Volume: 15.7%
Cheers to another unique wine club find!