If you’re looking for character, individuality and real significance, go Zin, from vines planted in another era of American history altogether. 

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Jancis picks out value and genuine interest in California wine.

Pictured, an old Zinfandel vine at Dry Creek Vineyard.

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Old Vine Zin comes from vines 50+ years old. Fewer grapes, more concentrated flavor. California has vines from the 1880s - over a century of roots pulling up real character. 🍇🍷 restaurants.sommeli.ai #OldVineZin #Zinfandel #WineHistory

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“Vertical cordon trained Zinfandel in winter fog.”

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Well, last Sunday didn’t work, so we’ll be tasting this beautiful Zin on Sunday, 2/1, from 12-5. Stop and say hi!

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If we’re able to open Sunday, Chris will share this Carol Shelton beast. Blackberry & blueberry aromas w/pepper & floral notes. Palate of plum, huckleberry & allspice. $22.99 & 92pts from #Wine Enthusiast.

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The 30 Best Red Wines for 2026 The world of red wine is vast and incredibly diverse. Each year, we explore its full spectrum to bring you the bottles we’re most passionate about right now. This year’s list features a mix of timeless favorites like earthy Oregon Pinot Noirs and bold Napa Cabs as well as exciting new discoveries like juicy Gamays from Santa Barbara and a peppery, California-grown Schioppettino. Plus, we sprinkled in a hearty number of New York Cab Francs and old-vine Zinfandels that are well worth a try. The article The 30 Best Red Wines for 2026 appeared first on VinePair.

Brassfield Estates Winery Proprietary Red Volcano Ridge Vineyard Eruption 2021, California Dark purple in color with a short reddish rim. Strong and fruity nose of blackberries, black currants, black plums, cooked cherries, cedar, black pepper, vanilla, licorice, light spices and milk chocolates. Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs. Dry and very fruity on the palate with black currants, plums, cooked cherries, spices, cedar, licorice, cola, chocolates, tobacco and light herbs. Long finish with round tannins and tangy cherries. This 5 year old California red blend is drinking very nicely now. Rich and extracted. Fruit forward and complex. Nicely balanced with a nice mouthfeel. This Single Vineyard is soft and buttery. Spicy and bold. Tangy and very entertaining. The high alcohol is somewhat showing. Good right out of the bottle, and better after 45 minutes of airtime. Good by itself, and will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, Grenache and Zinfandel. Aged for 10 months in French and American Oak barrels. 14.9% alcohol by volume. 91 points. $20.

Brassfield Estates Winery Proprietary Red Volcano Ridge Vineyard Eruption 2021, California

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Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. Strong fruity nose with cedar and chocolate notes. Full-bodied and smooth with medium minus acidity. Dry to off dry on the palate with blackberries, black plums, cooked cherries, dried fruits, chocolates, cedar, light vanilla, licorice, tobacco and light earth. Short finish with soft tannins and cherries. This California red blend from the Wagner family is easy drinking and good by itself. A nice party wine. A blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon. 14.5% alcohol by volume. 87 Points. $19.

Conundrum Wines Red Wine 2022, California

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Sharing smiles to help get your week off to a positive start. We begin by wishing a happy 36th birthday to #TheLittleMermaid. Then we tell you why it's a great day to #TakeAHike & enjoy a picnic with #BreadAndButter, #Baklava & #Zinfandel. Cheers! youtube.com/live/loWAUk4...

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Wine 101: Zinfandel Hot Takes This episode of “Wine 101” is sponsored by JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery. Since 1981, JUSTIN has been crafting standout Bordeaux-style wines from Paso Robles. This brand really is the pioneer that made the region into what it is today. Every bottle is one of a kind and delicious in its own way, which is the result of focused winemaking processes. From JUSTIN’s signature ISOSCELES blend to their classic Cabernet Sauvignon, these wines make it easy to elevate any celebration. Visit JUSTINWINE.com and use promo code VINE20 to get 20% off your order. In California, Zinfandel hasn’t just always been around. The article Wine 101: Zinfandel Hot Takes appeared first on VinePair.

Dark ruby in color. Fruity nose of black currants, plums, cooked cherries and chocolates notes. Medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry and very fruity on the palate with black currants, blackberries, plums, cooked cherries, tobacco leaf, herbs, caramel and black pepper. Medium length on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries. This young Grenache blend from California is drinking very nicely now. Nicely balanced and elegant. Complex and easy drinking. Good right out of the bottle, and better with some airtime. I used to love this wine years ago and haven't tried it in 5 years. It's not that exciting to me anymore, but still good. A nice sipping wine that will also pair nicely with a burger. A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Petite Sirah. Aged for 10 months in (30% new) French Oak barrels. 15.3% alcohol by volume. 90 points. $40.

Orin Swift Cellars Abstract 2023, California

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This Lodi Zinfandel is always enjoyable, and a good party wine. Showing a strong nose, and medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry to off dry on the palate with mild complexity. Showing red and black fruits with wood, earth, chocolates, tobacco, spices, peppercorn and coffee. Spicy short finish with soft tannins and tangy cherries. Easy drinking and good by itself or with food. 15% alcohol by volume. 88 points. $12.

7 Deadly Zins Lodi Zinfandel 2022, California

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How to Match Red Wine With Every Style of Barbecue, According to a Sommelier The ultimate wine guide for brisket, ribs, and pulled pork.

Brandlin Estate Mount Veeder Estate Cuvée 2019, Napa Valley, California Inky in color with a reddish rim. Pretty nose of black fruits with cedar, vanilla, tobacco, chocolates, coffee, peppercorn, licorice and cola. Full-bodied and elegant with medium acidity and long legs. Dry and fruit forward on the palate with black currants, black plums, blackberries, cedar, vanilla, spices, espresso, cola, light herbs, chocolates, peppercorn and tobacco. Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries. This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon based Bordeaux blend from Mount Veeder in Napa Valley. Elegant and nicely balanced. Fruit forward, rich and smooth. Good right out of the bottle, and better after 90 minutes of airtime Will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years. Good by itself as a sipping wine, or with a big piece of steak. A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Zinfandel, 7.5% Petit Verdot and 7.5% Cabernet Franc. Aged in (33% new) French Oak barrels for 20 months. 14.9% alcohol by volume. 93 points. $75.

Brandlin Estate Mount Veeder Estate Cuvée 2019, Napa Valley, California

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Artiste Winery Malaguena Non Vintage, Santa Barbara County, California Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim. Medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry and fruity on the palate, with a strong and complex nose. Showing blackberries, black currants, cedar, vanilla, licorice, spices, chocolates, herbs and peppercorn. Long finish with soft tannins and tangy cherries. This Zinfandel based blend from Santa Barbara County is drinking beautifully now, and drinking at its peak. Rich and fruit forward. Nicely balanced and complex. Delicious right out of the bottle, and feels like an Orin Swift red blend. I had it 5 years ago, and it is drinking so much better now. Elegant and good by itself as a sipping wine. Paired beautifully with my steak. A blend of 77% Zinfandel and 23% Petit Verdot. Bottled in 2019. 14.5% alcohol by volume. 92 points. $50.

Artiste Winery Malaguena Non Vintage, Santa Barbara County, California

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The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 Zinfandel has been central to the American wine industry since its early days — there are still some Zinfandel vines in California that date back to the 19th century to prove it. But that doesn’t mean the grape has always gotten the love and appreciation it deserves. The variety hit a few snafus over its long history in the U.S., particularly with the invention of “White Zinfandel” in the 1970s — the sweet, deeply hued rosé wine that damaged the reputations of both Zinfandel wines and dark rosés in one fell swoop. The article The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 appeared first on VinePair.

The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 Zinfandel has been central to the American wine industry since its early days — there are still some Zinfandel vines in California that date back to the 19th century to prove it. But that doesn’t mean the grape has always gotten the love and appreciation it deserves. The variety hit a few snafus over its long history in the U.S., particularly with the invention of “White Zinfandel” in the 1970s — the sweet, deeply hued rosé wine that damaged the reputations of both Zinfandel wines and dark rosés in one fell swoop. The article The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 appeared first on VinePair.

The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 Zinfandel has been central to the American wine industry since its early days — there are still some Zinfandel vines in California that date back to the 19th century to prove it. But that doesn’t mean the grape has always gotten the love and appreciation it deserves. The variety hit a few snafus over its long history in the U.S., particularly with the invention of “White Zinfandel” in the 1970s — the sweet, deeply hued rosé wine that damaged the reputations of both Zinfandel wines and dark rosés in one fell swoop. The article The 30 Best Zinfandels for 2025 appeared first on VinePair.

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The Best Zinfandel - The Reverse Wine Snob Picks!
Ranging in style from big, audacious, high-alcohol monsters to smooth and subtly complex deep-thinkers, this is a variety that you can (and should) spend a significant amount of time exploring. #zinfandel 
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Levrier Wines by Jo Irvine 2018 #barossavalley PERITAS #zinfandel- gorgeous purple colour,an oaky bouquet with subtle underlying fruit. Superb mouth filling rich flavours, still quite tight & restrained with a classy finish-will evolve for a long time to become UTTERLY MAGNIFICENT
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Primitivo and Zinfandel Share Genetic Roots but Diverge in Style and Reputation Italian and Californian wines from the same grape reflect distinct regional identities, marketing strategies, and consumer preferences worldwide

FYI: Primitivo and Zinfandel Share Genetic Roots but Diverge in Style and Reputation #Wine #Primitivo #Zinfandel #WineLovers #ItalianWine

Inky in color with a wide reddish rim. Fruity on the nose, and medium plus in body with medium acidity. Dry on the palate and easy drinking. Showing red and black fruits with light cedar, earth, herbs, chocolates, peppercorn, cola, Mediterranean spices and light licorice. Long finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries. This is a delicious Single Vineyard Zinfandel from Napa Valley. Elegant and rich. Fruit forward and complex. Nicely balanced with a soft mouthfeel. Good right out of the bottle and better with airtime. Will continue to age nicely in the next 7 years. Good by itself as a sipping wine, and will pair nicely with burger and fries. 14.9% alcohol by volume. 92 points. $40.

Ghost Block Estates Pelissa Vineyard Oakville Zinfandel 2021, Napa Valley, California

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Primitivo y Zinfandel, una misma uva con dos identidades en el mercado mundial del vino El origen croata y la evolución en Italia y California marcan estilos y estrategias comerciales diferenciadas para esta variedad internacional

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Primitivo and Zinfandel Share Genetic Roots but Diverge in Style and Reputation Italian and Californian wines from the same grape reflect distinct regional identities, marketing strategies, and consumer preferences worldwide

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