{"product_id":"2016-long-barn-zinfandel","title":"2016 Long Barn Zinfandel","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong Barn is a California label with an Italian soul — made by winemaker Stefano Migotto, who brings a European sensibility to one of America's most characterful grape varieties. The 2016 Zinfandel is now 10 years old and drinking beautifully, with the fruit richness of California and the balance and finesse of a winemaker who knows when to hold back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy Wine Man\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for someone who wants a generous, crowd-pleasing red that works at any occasion. Zinfandel is California's signature variety — bold, fruity, and full of personality — and Stefano Migotto's Italian touch keeps it from tipping into excess. Soft, juicy, and immediately enjoyable, this is a wine that makes friends easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound and soft in the mouth with notes of sweet black cherries and brambles, and chewy tannins that give it just enough grip. Oak ageing adds vanilla and toasty character that lasts long into the finish. A wine of warmth, generosity, and easy charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStyle \u0026amp; Drinking Window\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to full-bodied with soft tannins and a long, vanilla-accented finish. Drinking beautifully now. Serve at 16–18°C. A natural match for BBQ, burgers, slow-cooked \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymeatman.com\/collections\/pork\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Pork\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epork\u003c\/a\u003e, or pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Is a Smart Buy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Zinfandel with an Italian winemaker's touch, now 10 years old and at its peak — at HK$149, this is a characterful, food-friendly red that over-delivers for the price. Long Barn makes wines that are easy to love and hard to put down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLooking for a different style?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor another wine from the Long Barn range, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2022-long-barn-california-pinot-noir\"\u003e2022 Long Barn California Pinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e is a lighter, more elegant option. For the estate's white, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2019-long-barn-reserve-chardonnay\"\u003e2019 Long Barn Reserve Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e is well worth exploring. For a peer California Zinfandel with old-vine intensity, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2017-scotto-cellars-old-vine-zinfandel\"\u003e2017 Scotto Cellars Old Vine Zinfandel\u003c\/a\u003e is a great comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLife's too short for bad wine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Wine Man","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661013282885,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/6194\/1061\/files\/Longbarnzinfandel.jpg?v=1771666078","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineman.com\/products\/2016-long-barn-zinfandel","provider":"My Wine Man","version":"1.0","type":"link"}