Guy The Wine When

You Get Right Down To It

One of the reasons that I begin so many columns with a word or two about the weather is because wine and weather are so dependent on each other. There are seasons where a hearty red is more enjoyable than others. For example, when it’s cold out, like today, hearty reds are especially enjoyable. One of the heartiest reds out there, Zinfandel, comes to mind, not only because of its full body and long finish, but also because of its broad base of food complements. So, consider having a glass or two of the following, sit down in your favorite chair and figure out what you’re going to do now that the Superbowl is over, and Opening Day at Fenway is still a ways off….

Cline 2020 Ancient Vines Zinfandel, Contra Costa County, ($16.99). There’s a delicacy to this

Zinfandel due in large part to the vibrancy of the fruit and elevated acid structure. While the nose leads with oak tones of fresh cedar wood, chocolate and nutmeg, the palate opens up to vibrant fruit; notes of black and red plum, red currant, rhubarb, mission fig, boysenberry and blueberry. There’s an awful lot going on here and that extends to pairing with anything except things that were in the water before they were on a plate.

Klinker Brick 2018 Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi, ($20.99). Liberally spiced with oak, this full-bodied wine has equally rich fruit flavors that don’t get overwhelmed. It starts with coconut, vanilla and cedar, then reveals delicious ripe plums, raspberries and strawberries on a smooth texture. I’ve had it with a Hanger steak, sauteed in a BBQ, Soy and Brown sugar glaze, along with mushrooms and wild rice. A real treat for your palate, on multiple levels.

Midnight 2018 Estate Zinfandel, Paso Robles, Willow Creek District, ($44.99). This is a bruiser of a Zinfandel, but it fires on so many cylinders beyond the heft. Woody pine, smoked plum and liquid licorice aromas lead into a palate of oaky tannins that offer the dense plum and licorice flavors. The tannins dig in and hold.

Derek Rohlffs 2021 Rattlesnake Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel, Moon age the service suspension by extending the Orange Line closure to Ruggles in order to perform track work, including the replacement of rail fasteners between Back Bay and Ruggles. Orange Line riders are asked to use Green Line service between Copley and Government Center Stations. Free and accessible shuttle buses will also operate between Copley on the Green Line and Ruggles on the Orange Line, making stops at Back Bay and Massachusetts Avenue Stations.

Green Line trolley service will be replaced with accessible shuttle bus service between North Station and Government Center Station during the weekend of March 11-12.

Accessibility vans will also be available for on-demand transportation during the weekend of March 11-12 – Orange and Green Line riders should ask MBTA personnel for information and assistance.

Evening weekday Red Line trains will be replaced with accessible shuttle bus service between Braintree and North Quincy Stations beginning at

Mountain District, Sonoma, California, ($39.99). Seemingly soft and rich, this black fig- and blackberryscented wine made from organic grapes delivers warm, ripe, deep and delicious berry flavors wrapped in light tannins and an expansive, full body. While technically dry, the luscious palate packed with blueberries and melted blackberries is sweetly seductive. This is definitely a sipping wine; you couldn’t rush it, even if you wanted to. Try it with a Roasted approximately 9 PM on March 20-23. This service change will allow MBTA crews to perform critical tamping work along the track in these areas. Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail Line trains will be replaced with accessible shuttle bus service between Swampscott and North Station for nine days from March 20-28 to perform ATC work. Passengers should note that bicycles are not allowed on shuttle buses, and regular Commuter Rail fares will be collected between Swampscott and Newburyport/Rockport Stations.

Evening weekday Orange Line trains will be replaced with accessible shuttle bus service between Wellington and North Stations beginning at approximately 9 PM on March 27-30. This service change will allow MBTA crews to perform critical tamping work along the track in these areas.

Signage will be in place during all scheduled changes in service to direct riders to shuttle bus stops. Extra MBTA personnel and Transit Ambassadors will also be on-hand to assist riders.

Due to an anticipated increase of riders ex-

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OZV 2020 Old Vine Estate Grown pected to use the MBTA to travel to St. Patrick’s and Evacuation Day events, there will be no scheduled service changes during the weekend of March 18-19.

Zinfandel (Lodi), (15.99). An earthy, doughy aroma shows how fresh this wine is, before revealing layered, indulgent flavors of raspberry syrup, blackberry jam and dark chocolate that coat the mouth. With a full body, smooth texture and lingering finish, it’s easy to love. It’s been a consistent favorite for many years; once you have a sip, you’ll see why.

Here’s to ‘The Zin’!!

The MBTA will announce additional service changes in advance as they are confirmed and scheduled. Riders are encouraged to subscribe to TAlerts or to follow the MBTA on Twitter for up-todate service information.

The MBTA previously announced service changes taking place in February on the Orange, Green, and Red Lines as well as the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line. Riders are encouraged to visit mbta.com/ feb2023 for a complete list.

The MBTA apologizes for the inconvenience of these scheduled service changes, and appreciates the understanding and patience of riders as this critical and necessary work to maintain, upgrade, and modernize the system takes place.

For more information, please visit mbta.com/ alerts, or connect with the T on Twitter @MBTA, Facebook /TheMBTA, Instagram @theMBTA, or TikTok @thembta.

South Boston

Virtual Public Meeting: 330 C Street

March 7, 2023

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Project Description:

Zoom Link: bit.ly/3xlcjNk

Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864

Meeting ID: 160 508 0921 mail to: Stephen Harvey

The proposed project consists of a new six-story 74-room hotel, with a ground-floor restaurant, situated at 330 C Street in South Boston. The lot size is approximately 8,202 square feet and is currently occupied by a vacant single-story concrete block building which formerly housed a repair garage.

Boston Planning & Development Agency

One City Hall Square, 9th Floor

Boston, MA 02201 phone: 617.918.4418 email: stephen.j.harvey@boston.gov

BostonPlans.org

@BostonPlans

Please join us for a

Tuesday, Feb 28th @ 6:00pm

776 Summer Street

Deconstruction Update

Please register in advance for this webinar by scanning the QR code. This meeting will provide updates on the deconstruction project schedule, ongoing mitigation and monitoring efforts, and timing updates for the takeover of the East 1st Street sidewalk and parking lane. To submit questions or comments ahead of the meeting please reach out to HRPInfoNortheast@hilcoglobal.com.