I drink almost no Zin anymore. I went through a phase where I drank quite a bit, all the Amador county zins, the finer Napa zins, even got my hands on a Turly or two. When I do drink it, I always wonder why it ends up being second choice whenever I am standing in the isle trying to decide what to pick out. It just does. I like it, but it does not give the wow! feeling that you get with other varietals. At least, that is me.
The Sausal, was picked up at the winery awhile ago. It was good in the tasting at the winery and so I bought a bottle to go with a couple of cabs. Drinking it now was fun. It went well with the BBQ ribs and potato salad. Strong taste of plum, almost port like. It was ready to drink, but not over the hill at all.
All in all a pretty good evening of wine. Not too much, but nice variety and most importantly pleasant company.
Back in awhile.
leh
