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2022 J Dusi Wines Red Blends or Varietals "Fiorento"

Winery: J Dusi Wines

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Fiorento"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 50% Zinfandel, 25% Petite Sirah & 25% Carignane

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Templeton Gap

State or country: CA

Price: $48

Cases produced: 295

KWG Score: 92 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: May 24, 2026

Wine Review: This opaque and dark garnet colored Zinfandel based wine from J. Dusi opens with a fragrant red raspberry and boysenberry bouquet with hints of kumquat and dates. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, and very fruit forward. The flavor profile is a ripe boysenberry and stewed black plum blend with notes of graphite and oolong tea. We also detected hints of dried strawberry, tobacco and clove. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and moderate tannins are nicely extended. We would pair this old school Zinny Zin blend with Japanese teriyaki steak. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Color Profile: Wild boysenberry.
Aromatic Profile: Purple wildflower.
Flavor Profile: Strawberry, black tea, & clove.
Structure Profile: Sumptuous tannins, & pretty mouthfeel.

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