This robust, smooth zinfandel does a pretty good imitation of a fine vintage port, minus the sweetness. It's packed with flavors of blueberry, chocolate, herbs and coffee. Its style is more reminiscent of a big-shouldered Sonoma County zinfandel than the typical Napa zin, but who's complaining? It's simply a delicious red.
Michael Dresser
2006 Napa Cellars Zinfandel
From: Napa Valley, Calif.
Price: $22
Serve with: Pasta, pizza, winter stews