{"title":"Zinfandel","description":"\u003cp\u003eZinfandel wine is California in a glass: ripe bramble fruit, black pepper, a warm, generous body and a story that runs back to the Gold Rush. This page gathers red Zinfandel from Sonoma, Lodi, Paso Robles and beyond, including old-vine single vineyards worth laying down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes Zinfandel wine taste the way it does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinfandel ripens unevenly. A single bunch can hold shrivelled, raisined berries next to ones that are still firm and tart, so growers have to pick carefully and winemakers get a wine with jammy dark fruit and bright acidity at the same time. Expect blackberry, raspberry and cherry, a streak of spice, and alcohol that often sits on the fuller side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSonoma: Dry Creek Valley, Russian River and Sonoma Valley\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Creek Valley is only about 16 miles long and two miles wide, yet it holds one of the densest concentrations of old-vine Zinfandel anywhere, and its wines are famous for freshly ground pepper and cinnamon. Ridge's Lytton Springs comes from here, a field blend of century-old Zinfandel interplanted with Petite Sirah, Carignane and a little Mataro. Its sibling Geyserville, from Alexander Valley vines first planted in 1882, is the other Ridge classic, and Pagani Ranch brings old Sonoma Valley vines near Kenwood into the mix. Look also for Pedroncelli's Dry Creek bottling, Martinelli's Giuseppe \u0026amp; Luisa, and the cool-climate Russian River Zinfandels from Hartford and Williams Selyem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLodi and Paso Robles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLodi is old-vine country, with plantings dating back to 1888. Arnot-Roberts makes a tiny amount from the Kirschenmann Vineyard, dry-farmed vines planted on their own roots in 1915 on sandy soils beside the Mokelumne River. Further south, Zinfandel was the first commercially successful grape in Paso Robles, and wines like Rabble's show the region's riper, plusher side. You will also find Napa names such as Rombauer and Caymus, and a Croatian Zinfandel that nods to the grape's roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOld vine Zinfandel and the Primitivo connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Old vine\" has no legal definition on a US label, but the Historic Vineyard Society counts a vineyard as historic when at least a third of its vines are 50 years or older. Those gnarled vines give smaller crops and deeper, more savoury wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grape itself is Croatian. DNA work led by Carole Meredith at UC Davis showed that Zinfandel, Crljenak Kaštelanski (also called Tribidrag) and Italy's Primitivo are the same variety, and in 2001 a handful of surviving vines were found near Split. If you like the Italian take, explore the reds of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apulia\"\u003eApulia\u003c\/a\u003e, where Primitivo is king, then come back to compare it with the Californian style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose and serve red Zinfandel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a juicy, crowd-pleasing bottle, start with a Sonoma County or Paso Robles Zinfandel in the €25 to €30 range. For more depth and ageing potential, go for a single-vineyard or old-vine wine from Ridge, Hartford or Williams Selyem. Serve slightly cool, around 16 to 18°C, and pour it with ribs, pulled pork, burgers, smoked brisket or a spicy sausage pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinfandel sits at the heart of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california\"\u003eCalifornia wine\u003c\/a\u003e, and it is worth browsing the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/usa\"\u003eAmerican wine\u003c\/a\u003e range or our full selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e if you want something in a similar generous style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Zinfandel wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Zinfandel the same grape as Primitivo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. DNA testing confirmed that Zinfandel and Primitivo are the same variety, originally from Croatia. The wines often taste different because of climate, soils and winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs white Zinfandel the same grape as red Zinfandel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the same grape made as a pale, usually off-dry rosé. White Zinfandel took off in 1975 when a Sutter Home batch stopped fermenting early and kept some sweetness. This page focuses on red Zinfandel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does old vine Zinfandel mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no legal rule, but it generally means vines at least 50 years old. They yield less fruit and tend to give more concentrated, complex wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Zinfandel age well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Zinfandel is at its best within five years, but field blends such as Ridge's Lytton Springs and Geyserville can develop beautifully for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"martinelli-zinfandel-giuseppe-luisa-2018","title":"Martinelli Zinfandel Giuseppe \u0026 Luisa 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eMartinelli Giuseppe \u0026amp; Luisa Zinfandel 2018 is a benchmark example of old-vine-inspired California Zinfandel, combining power, ripeness, and surprising finesse. Sourced from a special Russian River Valley planting tied to the Martinelli family’s 19th-century heritage, it offers a vivid sense of place and a long family story in every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby in the glass, this wine opens with an expressive nose of raspberry compote, blood orange, strawberry, white pear, black tea, and warm vanilla. It’s generous and full-bodied on the palate, repeating those aromatic notes while adding red plum and nectarine, with a juicy, mouth-filling texture and a long, satisfying finish. Despite its richness, the wine retains a pleasing sense of balance, making it enjoyable now but also capable of developing further complexity with short-to-medium-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit comes from a Russian River Valley site rooted in the Martinelli family’s history, with plantings tracing back to cuttings from Giuseppe and Luisa Martinelli’s original Zinfandel vines from the 1880s. Grapes are harvested on the ripe side to achieve the variety’s signature generosity and concentration, while careful winemaking by Courtney Wagoner preserves freshness, structure, and balance. The result is a plush, site-driven Zinfandel with both intensity and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, barbecued short ribs, roast pork, smoky sausages, or hearty dishes with sweet-and-spicy elements. It also works well with aged hard cheeses and richly seasoned vegetarian plates. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for 30–60 minutes if you want the aromas and texture to open up fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMartinelli is one of California’s most respected family names, especially in Russian River Valley, where the family has farmed vineyards for generations. The estate is closely associated with historic hillside and valley-floor sites that consistently produce concentrated, characterful wines. 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The 2017 vintage showcases Ridge’s signature approach to balance and complexity, with a blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignan and Mourvèdre chosen to reflect the character of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Lytton Springs typically shows a deep, vibrant ruby-purple color with impressive concentration. The nose is layered and expressive, offering ripe dark berries, blackberry compote, plum, spice, licorice, and savory notes that give the wine real depth. On the palate, it is generous yet structured, with plush fruit, lively freshness, firm tannins, and the kind of detail and harmony that has made this wine so highly regarded vintage after vintage.\n\nThis is a wine with strong aging potential. While it can be enjoyed young for its juiciness and energy, a few years in bottle will bring greater integration, softer tannins, and even more nuance to the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLytton Springs is sourced from old-vine vineyards in Sonoma County, where warm California sunshine is tempered by evening cooling, helping preserve balance and freshness. Ridge is known for harvesting each component separately and selecting the final blend with great precision, adjusting the proportions according to the character of the vintage. In 2017, the finished blend was 74% Zinfandel, 15% Petite Sirah, 9% Carignan, and 2% Mourvèdre, crafted to highlight the best qualities of the year while maintaining the wine’s classic Lytton Springs identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a versatile wine for rich, flavorful dishes such as grilled lamb, barbecue ribs, roast pork, braised short ribs, or hearty mushroom-based cuisine. It also pairs well with aged cheeses and dishes with a touch of spice. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for about 1 hour if drinking young, to let the aromatics and structure open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidge Vineyards is one of California’s most respected producers, widely admired for its commitment to site expression, old-vine vineyards, and minimal-intervention winemaking. 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The blend’s structure gives the wine real depth and freshness, and while it is already impressive now, it has the concentration and backbone to develop beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLytton Springs Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley offers a warm Californian terroir that is especially well suited to old-vine Zinfandel and its blending partners. The fruit is sustainably grown and harvested for ripeness, then destemmed before fermentation. The wine is matured in American oak barrels, with a small proportion of new oak to add subtle spice and complexity without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for barbecue, grilled ribs, slow-cooked beef, lamb, peppered sausages, or richly flavoured Mediterranean dishes. 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The nose is packed with concentrated aromas of dried cherries, warm vanilla, mocha, and mulling spices, giving it a rich and inviting profile.\n\nThe palate is plush and fruit-driven, with ripe plum and raspberry jam taking center stage, followed by subtle hints of dark chocolate in the background. Fine, rounded tannins lend length and shape to the wine’s fresh, enticing finish. Rombauer makes wines intended to be approachable upon release, and this Zinfandel is no exception, though it can also hold nicely for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRombauer’s winemaking philosophy focuses on coaxing maximum quality and expression from California fruit, and that clearly comes through in this Zinfandel. While detailed vineyard specifics are not provided, the wine reflects the warm Californian terroir that suits Zinfandel so well, producing ripe, concentrated berries with ample natural richness. 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It is excellent now and should continue to drink beautifully over the next 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Zinfandel comes from five different vineyards in the Russian River Valley, where the old vines—averaging over a century in age—naturally produce very low yields and highly concentrated fruit. The cooler climate of the region helps preserve freshness and aromatic detail, even in a powerful vintage. Winemaker Jeff Stewart aged the wine for 16 months in French oak barrels, with just under half being new, and bottled it without fining or filtration to preserve its full character and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an ideal partner for grilled and roasted meats, barbecue, spiced pork, beef short ribs, and rich dishes with a smoky or peppery edge. 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Long a favorite of Caymus founder Charlie Wagner, this wine returns to the classic multi-county blend that first put it on the map in the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Caymus Zinfandel 2022 is a deep, saturated ruby with a purple hue at the rim, hinting at its intensity and youth. The nose is opulent and inviting, with layers of dark plums, mulberry and bramble wrapped around notes of black licorice, violets and sweet baking spices from careful oak aging.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and velvety, yet surprisingly polished. Ripe strawberry compote, raspberry tart and black cherry are supported by undertones of mocha, warm vanilla and a subtle mineral edge reminiscent of wet granite. The tannins are supple and rounded, giving a plush mouthfeel, while a core of fresh acidity keeps the richness in check and extends the long, fruit-driven finish. 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