Benziger's 1994 Zinfandel had not been bottled when I tasted it, hence the range of scores. It exhibits a dark ruby/purple color, as well as a deep, spicy, lavishly-oaked nose. The attack offers gobs of ripe fruit, noticeable American oak notes, and a rich, medium-bodied, spicy style. There is plenty of Zinfandel varietal character displayed in this in-your-face Zin. Drink it over the next 5-6 years.NOTE: All the wines in this article were tasted in May, 1996. Those reviews accompanied by a range of scores in parenthesis indicate an approximate review based on a barrel sample tasting.Tel. (707) 935-3000