New to merlot

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A good portion of White Zin on the market is a cash cow, real plonk. There are wineries who treat it seriously, like a Rose, an example:

2001 Pedroncelli, Zinfandel Rosé, Sonoma County, California, $8, 2,330 cases. The color reminds you of a red candied apple fair treat. There are strawberries with a touch of citrus zest on the nose. A more serious style of White Zin, being dry, crisp, and fruity, this will make a nice summer quaff. 84/85.