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    Insider Deal! Trinitas Cellars Mixed Reds – Totally Bodacious!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 16, 2020 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    Insider Deal! Trinitas Cellars Mixed Reds – Totally Bodacious!

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. This half price deal is back for a limited time! Here's your chance to taste the #2 wine on our 2019 Top 10 Reds list. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel

    Member's Mark Old Vine Zinfandel - Rich and Spicy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 11, 2020 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Member's Mark Old Vine Zinfandel - Rich and Spicy

    A great value old vine Zin from Lodi thanks to Sam's Club, the Member's Mark Old Vine Zinfandel. Zinfandel from vines averaging 35 years old in Lodi, California. The wine has some French and American oak influence. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Sam's Club, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel - Rich And Savory

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 13, 2019 Last Updated: May 28, 2021

    Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel - Rich And Savory

    A money saver from Mendocino! The Artezin Mendocino Zinfandel, available at Costco. 85% Zinfandel and 15% Petite Sirah from family-owned vineyards in the Ukiah Valley, Mendocino County, California. The wine is aged in 100% 1-2 year old French oak barrels. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Costco, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Insider Deal! Little Vineyards Band Blend Live - Your Ticket to Tastiness

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 10, 2019 Last Updated: January 14, 2022

    Insider Deal! Little Vineyards Band Blend Live - Your Ticket to Tastiness

    THIS LIMITED TIME OFFER IS NOW EXPIRED! Sign up below to make sure you get the next one. Learn more about our winery direct INSIDER DEALS here. 50% Off! Get it while you can with our special 2 day only sale and guaranteed Christmas delivery! Zinfandel, Teroldego and … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Deals, Highly Recommended, Insider Deals, Red Blends, Teroldego, Zinfandel

    Four Vines The Biker Zinfandel - BFFs with BBQ Sauce

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 3, 2019 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Four Vines The Biker Zinfandel - BFFs with BBQ Sauce

    A lush, bold and spicy Zin from Paso Robles, Four Vines The Biker Zinfandel. 94% Zinfandel from 30 to 70 year-old vines plus 4% Petite Sirah and 2% Syrah from Paso Robles, California. The wine was aged in a combination of French, Hungarian and American oak (25% new) for 12 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Harney Lane Lizzy James Zinfandel - Splurge-tastic

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 11, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Harney Lane Lizzy James Zinfandel - Splurge-tastic

    Big taste from a vineyard planted in 1904, the Harney Lane Lizzy James Old Vine Zinfandel. 100% Zinfandel from the 100+ year-old Lizzy James Estate Vineyard in Lodi, California. The wine is aged for 20 months in French oak and has 2 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Saturday Splurge, Zinfandel

    Cigar Old Vine Zinfandel - Big, Sweet and Tasty

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 14, 2019 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Cigar Old Vine Zinfandel - Big, Sweet and Tasty

    A vanilla and chocolate soaked berry explosion, the Cosentino Winery Cigar Old Vine Zinfandel from Lodi. 88% Zinfandel, 6% Petite Sirah, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Petit Verdot from Lodi, California. The wine was aged for 8 months, partially in French oak. It has 4.7 … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Chronic Cellars Purple Paradise - Mouth Awakening

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 19, 2018 Last Updated: May 24, 2021

    Chronic Cellars Purple Paradise - Mouth Awakening

    A Bulk Buy rating on the Chronic Cellars Purple Paradise Zin-based blend! 79% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 6% Syrah and 4% Grenache from Paso Robles, California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Badgerhound Zinfandel - A Grand Champion

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 12, 2018 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Badgerhound Zinfandel - A Grand Champion

    BBQ's best friend, the Badgerhound Zinfandel from Ammunition Wines. 100% Zinfandel from Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California. The wine spends 18 months in French oak barrels. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Cameron Hughes Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Lot 630 - Spice It Up

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 27, 2018 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Cameron Hughes Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Lot 630 - Spice It Up!

    A simply beautiful example of Zinfandel plus free shipping from a sponsor! Zinfandel from Dry Creek Valley, California. The wine is aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels. Only 1,400 cases produced. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Deals, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Troon Red Label Zinfandel - A Classy, Complex Zin

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 21, 2016 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Troon Red Label Zinfandel - A Classy, Complex Zin

    The Troon Red Label Zinfandel, a surprise from Southern Oregon. Zinfandel with a small amount of Carignane and Primitivo from the Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon. The wine has residual sugar of just 0.8 g/L. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Oregon, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Boneshaker Zinfandel - Full-Tilt Taste

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 11, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Boneshaker Zinfandel - Full-Tilt Taste

    The Boneshaker Zinfandel, pair it with a bacon cheeseburger drenched in BBQ sauce. 87% Zinfandel, 11% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon from Lodi, California. The wine is fermented in new French oak and has residual sugar of 2.5 g/L. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Highly Recommended, Zinfandel

    Federalist Lodi Zinfandel - True To Form

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 3, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Federalist Lodi Zinfandel - True To Form

    Zinfandel just the way the founders intended it, the Federalist Lodi Zinfandel. 93% Zinfandel and 7% Syrah from Lodi, California. The wine spends 12 months in 25% new oak barrels. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's, Zinfandel

    Cline Cellars Lodi Zinfandel - A No Brainer

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 25, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Cline Cellars Lodi Zinfandel - A No Brainer

    The Cline Cellars Lodi Zinfandel - At only $11 and with tons of pairing possibilities this is a wine you'll want to keep on hand. Zinfandel from Lodi, California. The wine spends 6 months in 35% new French oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Deals, Highly Recommended, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Big Smooth Old Vine Zinfandel - A Major Award

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 5, 2016 Last Updated: May 30, 2021

    Big Smooth Old Vine Zinfandel - A Major Award

    From the purple velvet label to old vine zin, this new wine is a winner. 76% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 8% Merlot, 2% Primitivo, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon from Lodi, Sonoma and Napa, California. The Big Smooth Old Vine Zinfandel spent 14 months in 80% new … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Highly Recommended, Zinfandel

    Rosenblum Cellars Carla's Reserve Zinfandel - Zintastic!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 11, 2015 Last Updated: June 1, 2021

    Rosenblum Cellars Carla's Reserve Zinfandel - Zintastic!

    A killer deal on a killer wine. Zinfandel from the 100 year old Carla's Vineyard in Contra Costa County, California. The wine was aged in a combination of French and American oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Zinfandel

    ZaZin Old Vine Zinfandel - A Tasty Treat For Your Tongue

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 25, 2015 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    ZaZin Old Vine Zinfandel - A Tasty Treat For Your Tongue

    BULK BUY! Zinfandel along with a little Petite Sirah from Lodi, California. The wine was aged in neutral (pre-used) French oak. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, California - Lodi, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Plungerhead Old Vine Lodi Zinfandel - Distinctly Good

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 6, 2015 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    A blend of 85% Zinfandel from Lodi; 6% Barbera and 5% Carignane from the Sierra Foothills; and 2% Petite Sirah and 2% Tempranillo from Clarksburg, California. SRP of $14 and available for as low as $10. 42,500 cases produced. Sample submitted for review. From the … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Zinfandel

    Artezin Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel - Zin At Its Best

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 10, 2015 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Artezin Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel - Zin At Its Best

    Zintastic! The Artezin Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel. Dry Creek Valley (DCV) is one of our favorite spots for Zinfandel, but it's not necessarily a place where you routinely find amazing value on this variety. Since we're all about getting a great deal, in addition to today's … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Dry Creek Valley, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Bianchi Zinfandel - Be Enlightened By The Zin From The Zen Ranch

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 11, 2014 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

    2011-Bianchi-Heritage-Selection-Zinfandel

      Don't miss the release of our 2014 Ultimate Gift Guide for Wine Lovers! 100% Zinfandel from the Bianchi Vineyard Zen Ranch in Paso Robles, California. SRP of $18 and available for around $16. 2,656 cases produced. Sample submitted for review. From the … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Highly Recommended, Zinfandel

    Murphy-Goode Liars Dice Zinfandel - Yowza, This Is a Bold, Flavorful Wine!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 16, 2014 Last Updated: February 26, 2021

    2011-Murphy-Goode-Liars-Dice-Zinfandel

    BULK BUY! 93% Zinfandel and 7% Petite Sirah from Dry Creek and Alexander Valley in Sonoma County, California. Sample submitted for review. SRP of $21 and available for as low as $14. From the bottle: "The best thing about wine is it doesn't lie. The sun, the soil, the … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Thanksgiving, Zinfandel

    Edmeades Mendocino County Zinfandel - Bring On The BBQ Sauce!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 6, 2014 Last Updated: March 5, 2021

    2012-Edmeades-Mendocino-County-Zinfandel

    BULK BUY on our latest Costco find! 87% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah and 4% Syrah from Mendocino County, California. SRP of $20 and available at Costco for just $12.79. 32,000 cases produced. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Edmeades is pure Mendocino … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Costco, Zinfandel

    F. Stephen Millier Angel's Reserve Zinfandel - Another Classic Lodi Zin

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 9, 2014 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    2012-F-Stephen-Millier-Angels-Reserve-Zinfandel

    Find all of our NakedWines.com recommendations here! Zinfandel from Lodi, California. SRP of $20 and available to NakedWines.com Angels for as low as $12. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Dear Angels, I have been lucky enough to be the head of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Lodi, Deals, Highly Recommended, Naked Wines, Zinfandel

    Sledgehammer Zinfandel - Much More Than A Catchy Name

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 2, 2014 Last Updated: February 25, 2021

    2011-Sledgehammer-Zinfandel

    BULK BUY! Today we have a guest post by Steve Kubota, a wine consumer with over two decades experience searching out great value in wine. Follow Steve on Twitter to get more of his great value picks! Zinfandel is genetically related to Primitivo, a popular grape from … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, California, Guest post, Zinfandel

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