Just when I thought I was over you…

I have been less than impressed over the new Zinfandels I’ve been tasting lately… and my heart is breaking. What’s up with Zinfandels today? When I want a Zinfandel I want a big bold wine… the kind that punches you in the face and doesn’t apologize for it. But lately all I get is boring, weak and washed-out versions of a wine I have loved so much.
So I asked some of my wine reps. to taste me on a few Zinfandels that I may like, and let’s just say… I was not happy. That was until I tasted TERRA D’ORO Zinfandel Amador County 2007. It was everything I was looking for in a Zinfandel, rustic in style and carries a powerful punch. Ripe and zesty, with wild berry and sage aromas that lead to jammy but balanced black cherry flavors. I am extremely happy to find such a great wine, but still wondering… why is it so hard to find a great Zinfandel???
So readers, do any of you have any Zinfandels in mind worth trying???