Reviews & Ratings

2018 Seghesio Zinfandel "Cortina"

Winery: Seghesio

Vintage: 2018

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Cortina"

Wine Category: Zinfandel

Grape blend: 100% Zinfandel

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Dry Creek Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $40

Cases produced: 2,913

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 2 reviews)

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

Review date: August 29, 2021

Wine Review: This ruby colored Zinfandel from Seghesio opens with a boysenberry and acai berry bouquet with a hint of ripe black cherry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium acidity. It is round and more juicier than previous vintages. The flavor profile is a blackberry and black raspberry blend with notes of oak. I also detected hints of cocoa powder, baking spice and acai berry in the after taste. The finish is dry, and its moderate tannins stick around for quite a while. I would pair this Zin with a Bolognese made with beef, pork & veal served over pappardelle pasta. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of lilac, wild blueberry tart, cedar and moss give way to bright acidity on the palate. Cortina Zinfandel features vibrant blue fruit and a touch of white pepper that carries through to the wine’s long elegant finish. A perfect partner to this wine would be a rack or leg of lamb.

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