Zinfandel

Zinfandel — California's signature red grape, genetically identical to Primitivo from Italy. It produces wines ranging from light everyday reds to.

Regions Where Grown

California 368 wines Sonoma County 140 wines Napa Valley 116 wines Lodi 82 wines Paso Robles 71 wines Dry Creek Valley 65 wines Russian River Valley 45 wines Mendocino County 36 wines Amador County 36 wines Alexander Valley 25 wines Central Coast 24 wines Puglia 24 wines

Countries

United States 1268 wines Italy 44 wines Mexico 18 wines Australia 12 wines Israel 4 wines Chile 3 wines Canada 2 wines India 2 wines

Top Wines

Jamie's Quatro Petersons · 4.80★ Joaquin's Inferno Benziger · 4.80★ Kontrabecki Vineyard Zinfandel Rosenblum Cellars · 4.80★ The Hexe Saxum · 4.77★ Firebrick Hill Vineyard Zinfandel Oak Cliff · 4.75★ Port Villa Toscano · 4.75★ Zinfandel Proprietor Rombauer Vineyards · 4.71★ Viejo Galvan · 4.70★

Grape Comparisons

Cabernet Sauvignon vs Zinfandel
Chardonnay vs Zinfandel
Merlot vs Zinfandel
Pinot Noir vs Zinfandel
Syrah/Shiraz vs Zinfandel
Cabernet Franc vs Zinfandel
Grenache vs Zinfandel
Sauvignon Blanc vs Zinfandel

Wine Styles

Medium Red Sweet Rosé

Flavor Notes

Black Cherry Black Plum Boysenberry Prune Raisin

Winemaking Methods

American Oak Barrel Aging

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About Zinfandel

Zinfandel is California's signature red grape, genetically identical to Primitivo from Italy. It produces wines ranging from light everyday reds to powerfully concentrated, spiced old vine Zinfandels from Dry Creek and Paso Robles.

At a Glance

Color
Red
Wines
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