Evenus Zinfandel Port Wine 2007: Wine

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For some reason, I have been on a dessert wine kick of late. I am a fan of a good dessert wine but only in moderation. I very much enjoy a dessert wine to add a nice finish to a meal when a traditional dessert may not be the best choice.

I found Evenus Zinfandel Port Wine 2007 at Trader Joe’s and thought it would be fun to give it a try. This wine is produced by Candlewood Cellars in of the Paso Robles Wine region.

The Paso Robles Wine region is comprised of 26,000 vineyard acres with over a 180 amazing wineries, producing more than 40 winegrape varieties with grape varietals from Spanish to Italian, Bordeaux to Rhône, including the area’s heritage variety Zinfandel. The styles of wine are very diverse in this distinct region.

Paso Robles Wine Country is located halfway between the two main California metropolises of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Neighboring Paso Robles along the coast are the towns of San Simeon, home to Hearst Castle, the fishing village of Morro Bay, Cambria, Harmony, and Cayucos. All are within a short drive and well worth exploring. It is part of California’s famed Central Coast. The Paso Robles wine region’s climate is perfect for the production of award-winning premium wines. A long growing season of warm days and cool evenings give rise to vibrantly ripened fruit with dynamic flavor profiles that translate beautifully into some great wines.

This what the winemaker has to say about this dessert wine:

“This unique dessert wine was crafted from select Paso Robles Zinfandel. This is a region known for producing some of the world’s finest expressions of the grape. Ripe, Jammy aromas of cherry and blackberry with spicy notes of anise, sage, pepper and cinnamon. Complex and fruity, full-bodied wine offers intense mocha and nutty flavors that give you a well balanced finish.

Serve slightly chilled with chocolate, a chocolate cake or a berry tart. Complex and fruity, this offering from Candlewood Cellars is a good find that you can enjoy today, or 20 years from now!”

With its attractive label and fabulous flavors, this port is one to put and keep in your go to wine list. I like to serve this wine with a mild blue cheese on a crostini with honey and walnuts. This combination makes for a very nice finish after dinner. This wine is also particularly good with a dark chocolate. When you think about it what more could you ask for, wine and chocolate.

Evenus Zinfandel Port Wine can only be purchased from Trader Joe’s. When I went in search of where it might be found, alas Trader Joe’s’ was it.  So go grab yourself a bottle or two and take a sip. It will be something you will want to do again and again.

When you purchase this Evenus Zinfandel Port Wine 2007, I would love to hear about your experience what you served it with. Enjoy.

Happy wineing…

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  • Julie

    I like port wine and I like a zinfandel wine so that means I will be going to TJ’s to get this one.  :-)

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Awesome!  Let me know what you think when you do. 

  • Lubna

    Hope you enjoy some good wines in France. 8-)

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Thanks my friend.  I will keep you posted.  :-)

  • http://marthasteward64.wordpress.com/ Martha Steward

    Will share your blog with my Hubby.. lately is enjoying a zin port from Lake County California … me too : )

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Very cool.  Are you from CA?

  • http://biz.leoraw.com/ Leora

    Love a good red wine, especially a zinfandel.

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      This one is particularly fun.  Enjoy. :-)

  • http://twitter.com/JeriWB Jeri Walker-Bickett

    I’ve yet to try port, but zin is my favorite type of wine. Luckily, I live by a Trader Joe’s, so I think I’ll keep my eye out for this one next time I’m in there.

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Uhhh!! You’re in for a treat and it’s not expensive. Have fun and enjoy. :)

  • Jnjm62

    I love  dessert wines although I am not a big wine drinker

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Dessert wines are very different from there sister wines. They are not something one can drink more then just a cordial glass because of how sweet they are. they really are fun after a nice dinner. :)

  • http://akandrew.com/ A.K.Andrew

    I love reading your wine reviews Susan , even though, for most of them I won’t be able to buy them until I get back to California. But what I liked best in this one is your description of the location. I felt immediately relaxed. I really enjoy a nice dessert wine on occasion, tho the trick is in trying not to have the second glass. All that sweetness is wicked the following day.

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Thanks AK, I think it’s important to give some background about the wine and winery. It helps provide and since of what they are all about.

      I get that about about having a little more then you should with a dessert wine. It’s hard thou when it SOO good. :D

  • http://projectwhitespace.com/ Bethanyjolee

    So who can resist a wine that pairs well with dark chocolate? :-)

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      Whoops!! My secret it out…. Shhh! LOL

  • http://writespeaksell.com jeannettepaladino

    Having both this port and a slice of chocolate cake is definitely the meaning of “death by chocolate!” Thanks for the tip.

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      That’s great! You will very much enjoy the combination. :)

  • http://keepupwiththeweb.com Sherryl Perry

    I enjoy a good glass of wine but I honestly have never had a dessert wine before. I’m definitely going to have to try this. I do have to tell you Susan, I wish I lived closer to you. Maybe, you’d have me over when you “serve this wine with a mild blue cheese on a crostini with honey and walnuts”. This sounds absolutely delicious.

    • http://findingourwaynow.com/ Susan Cooper

      The first time I was introduced to a good port paired with a crostini, blue cheese, honey and walnuts was a very good day. It is still one of my favorite treats to this day. I would love it If you lived near by. We could/would get into all kinds of trouble … LOL.

  • http://profiles.google.com/margaretduarte Margaret Duarte

    You might turn me into a wine drinker yet.  Never considered having wine for dessert.  And there’s a Trader Joe’s just down the road.