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Zinfandel
With its bold, spicy, and jammy
flavors, Zinfandel holds up to
hearty, warming foods, and its
high alcoholic kick makes it
the perfect red to sip when
you snuggle up on a cold
winter’s night. Try a clas-
sic Sonoma County Zin-
fandel, or opt for a rustic
Italian-style Primitivo.
Two Zinfandels to Try
Tormaresca
Torcicoda
Primitivo is an inky and
i n t e n s e
P r i m i t i v o
from It-
aly. At $21 per bottle, this Primiti-
vo regularly receives 90 to 91 point
ratings. It’s perfect with a pan of
lasagna.
Ridge Zinfandel Lytton Springs is
a top-rated Zinfandel from Sono-
ma County’s Dry Creek Valley. For
about $36 per bottle, you’ll have a
lush and aromatic Zinfandel that’s a
perfect accompaniment to a hearty
winter chili.
Nebbiolo
In the cold and damp of winter weather, you
want hearty wines that will warm your in-
sides and hold up to the rich dishes that come
with the season. The wines you choose to con-