The Wanted Zin Zinfandel is a bold, full-bodied red that showcases the ripe character of Zinfandel grapes from the USA. With an assertive 14.5% alcohol, this wine carries concentrated fruit notes and a rich texture that make it a confident choice for hearty meals and relaxed, flavour-forward evenings.
On the eye it reveals a deep, inky garnet core with a hint of violet at the rim, suggesting ripe dark fruit and intensity. The bouquet opens generously, offering layers of blackberry, plum and a touch of bramble fruit, joined by warm spice and a subtle peppery lift.
On the palate the wine is lush and generous, delivering ripe black fruit, jammy cherry and a suggestion of dark cocoa that rounds the fruit profile. Tannins are present and supportive, giving structure without overwhelming the wine’s fruit-driven nature.
This Zinfandel balances richness and approachability, finishing with a persistent, slightly warm finish that lingers on dark fruit and spice. Serve slightly below room temperature to reveal both fruit and spice nuances.
Tasting profile and structure
Appearance is concentrated and deep, hinting at the wine’s full-bodied character and high extract. The color invites expectations of bold flavour and texture.
Aroma presents ripe blackberry and plum at the forefront, complemented by brambly hedgerow notes and baking-spice accents. A peppery thread adds energy and typicity to the nose.
Palate is generous and rounded, with succulent fruit balanced by moderate acidity and firm, polished tannins. The mouthfeel is broad and plush, carrying flavour across the palate with steady intensity.
The finish is long and warming, where dark fruit and spice gently fade, leaving a satisfying impression of depth and persistence.
Food pairings and serving
This Zinfandel thrives with robust, flavourful dishes. It pairs naturally with grilled or smoked meats, where char and spice mirror the wine’s ripe fruit and peppery notes.
Hearty beef preparations—roast, braise or flame-grilled—work particularly well, as do rich stews and barbecued ribs that bring complementary smoky and sweet elements.
Tomato-based pasta, pepperoni or meat-topped pizzas, and savoury, spice-forward dishes find balance against the wine’s fruit intensity and tannic structure.
For dessert, dark chocolate or bittersweet chocolate cakes echo the wine’s darker flavour tones, while strong cheeses such as aged cheddar or blue cheese offer a contrasting saltiness that highlights the wine’s fruit and spice character.
Serve at around 17 °C to allow the wine’s layers to unfold: slightly cool to temper the alcohol presence, but warm enough to reveal the full breadth of aroma and flavour.
