2009 Robert Biale Vineyards Zinfandel Napa Valley

The Biale Family started farming Zinfandel and chickens as of 1937. The family emigrated from Italy like many wine makers in the area today, however they choose to grow Zinfandel. “We consider our Zinfandel to be the ideal expression of this flavorful California variety.” The estate holds several vineyards located all over Napa and some lapse over into Sonoma. Each vineyard has different terroirs and vines ranging in age providing an abundant source of material for these wine makers to work with. Today they also grow some Petite Syrah but mostly produce Zinfandel.

The wine comes from the Silver Trail Vineyard which essentially runs along the Silverado Trail, which runs along the length of Napa. It’s quite cooler in the Southern region and is perfect for Zinfandel production.

2009 Robert Biale Vineyards Zinfandel Napa Valley $43.98

Tasting Notes

Sight: Deep and dark purple with red hues.

Nose: Blackberry, ripe raspberry, and cherry, dry leaves and black pepper with light oak markers such as vanilla, and cinnamon.

Palate: Full bodied with velvety tannins at the beginning the fruit bursts with unctuous, big and bright juicy flavors and boldly the wine finishes with pepper, vanilla and cinnamon.

Pairing Suggestions

A big wine with big flavors this is something to sip on during the cold winter months. Something that will warm you up inside while giving you enough complexity, aromas and pleasure to keep sipping and smelling more. Great with a big steak, mashed potatoes and glazed vegetables. Roasts and stews and other hearty fare. The great thing about this wine is it’s something you can continue to drink with dessert if you’re having something like a blackberry pie or chocolate cake with raspberries and genache anything that would mirror or complement the berry aromas in the wine.

Terah Bajjalieh, CS, CSW

Certified Sommelier

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