Buffalo Grove - Zinfandel @@@@@ (5 corks!)

Retails: $7.99 (Total Wine)

After my disappointing Sangeovese, my boyfriend offered to pour me another glass and I couldn't handle another sip of that varietal. It's now sitting in my fridge probably to be used in cooking somehow and/or eventually drained down the sink. So, I had to open another bottle. We had company, there was no WAY I was going to serve them that. So, I opted for a Zinfandel that came highly recommended at Total Wine's famous employee recommendation aisle.

Until this year, I had never really explored red zinfandel but I'm certainly happy I did. Buffalo Grove's Zinfandel is DELICIOUS. I really did have to stop myself from attempting to drink the entire bottle it was so good. It's a smooth, velvety wine on the tongue. The flavors are a mix of berry and pomegranate with a kick of pepper. The finish is light with a hint of dryness and no overwhelming after taste. Currently, I'm polishing off the bottle with some chips and salsa and it holds up exceptionally well against the spicy salsa.

Final Word: SUPER!