Top 10 Barbecue Wines 2010

RED

Ravenswood
2007 Teldeschi Zinfandel

The Sonoma County Teldeschi Zinfandel is comprised of 76 per cent Zinfandel, 22 per cent Petite Sirah, and two per cent Carignane. Native yeast fermentation, small open-top fermenters and small French oak cooperage are some of the things that give this Dry Creek Valley wine its power and big flavors. Richly perfumed with scents of black raspberry, apricot and aromatic spices, this wine exhibits subtle tobacco flavors coexisting with dominant red and dark berry flavors along with sweet plum and vanilla.

Rating: 14/20
Price: $35