Last night, before departing for my sister-in-law's funeral in Florida, Jean decided that she'd like a paella dinner with some friends. The paella in question was meat-cetric with chicken thighs and a smoked andouille, so she wanted a red wine and specified Zin. Looking at the "ready to drink" list, I pulled from the cellar:
1999 Ridge Geyserville nose: oak, berries, minerals palate: soft, slightly oaky, Zin berry fruitNot as impressive as most of my previous Geyserville experiences have been. Is it different or am I? This wine had less structure than I expect from a Ridge "Zin" but did have the rich, fruity character that I expect, especially from Geyserville. Still a fine wine, and surprisingly good with the paella.
Mark Lipton