Wine Review: Cameron Hughes Lot 86 2006 Zinfandel

I was at Costco (a large warehouse store similar to Sam’s Club or BJ’s for those of you who aren’t in the know) and there was a nice lady who was representing some wines. A few days before, I had read a blog post about Costco’s selection of wine. I cannot for the life of me remember whose blog it was but if I remember, I’ll link to it. Anyways, the post talked about how Costco’s selection was not only great but well priced. The only caveat that was brought up was that being a warehouse store, the temperature couldn’t be controlled especially in areas of high heat. This is Arizona, ummm high heat is a guarantee.

So here’s my review: Well, I don’t have one. Seriously. I opened the bottle and poured a glass. Nice ruby garnet color. Nose was primarily blackberry and blackberry jam. Not the same thing, I assure you! I have picked blackberries before. There is a smell when they come fresh picked off the vine; a dirt smell mixed with a vague berry fruit. The blackberry jam smell is more sweet and fruity. I got both on the nose. As for taste, well I realized that after my third glass I hadn’t even given it a thought. That’s not a bad thing. It was so easy to drink and good that I just keep filling up. Eek! After giving it some thought, well I couldn’t characterize it. I was so far into the bottle and enjoying it that I just decided to go with it. This is definitely a bottle I’d buy again. It’s a great wine to bring to a party, give as a hostess gift, or even use to help someone become familiar to wine. It’s ridiculously easy drinking.

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