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Northshore October 2025
Zinfandel was my gateway to fine wine. In my early 20s, I was an avowed White Zinfandel drinker, imagining this the height of sophistication. One day in a local wine shop, I noticed a bottle on the shelf that said Zinfandel on the label, but the wine inside was red. Confused and knowing next to nothing about wine, I decided to pick up a bottle. Spicy, fruity and with some sweetness, it turned out that I had accidentally discovered a terrific wine for newbies – but one that can also impress sophisticated wine drinkers. While very good ones can be had for under $15 (see below), wines from star producers can top $60 a bottle. The &
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