Fernwood 2005 Estate Zinfandel (Santa Cruz Mountains)

Country: US / California
Variety: Zinfandel
Winery: Fernwood / Estate

This is a drily astringent Zinfandel with bracing acidity, and it’s a little tough right now. But it has enough briary mountain berry fruit, clove and savory pepper flavors to work against barbecued meats and poultry.