Taste the Aromas

Kimberly Grasso

LOT 205 Zinfandel

How do you get baked cherry, spice cake and leather all in one bottle?  Well…LOT 205 is the answer!  This wine shows bold personality with some toasty oak.  It has a smooth and easygoing texture with full tannins and a brilliant garnet color.  If you’re looking for pepper on this Zin, you won’t find it, however, the sweet notes of cola and fruit make it a fine match for chicken, pork, light pasta dishes as well as grilled beef.  Stop in Kafevino and try a glass tonight!  Cheers!

Bogle Phantom 2006

Deanna Savage

The season for mystic phenomenon reveals Bogle’s Phantom 2006. This blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Mourvèdre glides in to warm these cool nights with a lingering presence. With the first whiff, my mouth waters with anticipation of the ripe, nearly candied black currants and caramelized vanilla aromas. The toasty American oak reflects the 1, 2 and 3 year old barrels used during ageing. Every bit of jammy fruit delivers on the palate, with a mocha flavor rounding to a sweet spice finish and polished tannins. It paired nicely with a spicy sweet Mardi Gras chili. Try it now with a hearty meal as invigoration for the upcoming winter months. Better to be safe with this one. Tuck one away for next year on this fleeting vintage while you still can.