Twenty Rows Grappler 2004

Close the deal and come out on top with this intense winner, aptly named for the proprietors' sons' dedication to wrestling.

Twenty Rows is a relatively small négociant operation, a branch of "wine nuts" Brian and Lori Nuss's Mt. Veeder (Napa) Vinoce winery.

Grappler 2004 is a blend of 58% Lake County Zinfandel, 30% Paso Robles Syrah and 12% Calistoga (Napa) Cabernet Sauvignon. Cases produced: 2,500.

Excellent value ($19). Closure: Real cork. Alcohol content: 14.7%.

Style: Lush, fruit forward plus moderate oak spice.

Tasting Notes: Appearance: Deep ruby with a purple tint. Aromas: Cherry, black raspberry, cinnamon/spice, tobacco and toasty oak. Medium-bodied and polished, on the palate the concentrated fruit forward cherry, pomegranate, citrus rind and cedary oak flavors lead to a lush finish.

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Comments

[Grace Hoffman]

Where can I get this wine??? I also hear the Twenty Rows Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 is good.