You'll thank us later. This award-winning single vineyard Zin and reader favorite is back and better than ever plus it's almost HALF OFF with our INSIDER DEAL. It's the Tin Barn Gilsson Vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel.
If you're a Zin lover (or any kind of wine lover really - see the story below), you don't want to miss this incredible deal on the return of one of our all-time favorite Zinfandel deals.
Just like the 2015 we previously offered (to much acclaim), this new 2018 Tin Barn Gilsson Vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel (which we liked even better - it's now a 10 Taste Rating!) was once again a gold medal winner at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Even more importantly, the feedback we received on those previous offers was stellar. That includes this gem from a frequent buyer who decided to give the wine a try even though they "don't drink Zin":
We, of course, had to try out the Tin Barn Zin. It was delicious. We finished off two bottles and, supposedly, don’t drink Zins. It’s wonderful…
And this one...
One of my favorite Reverse Snob buys. Had to get some more!
And this one too:
A few months ago, I contacted you about Tin Barn Zin, and you said there’d eventually be another Tin Barn “offer” — and thank goodness, there was! I bought 3 cases this time. Should have bought ten.
This 100% Zinfandel, which spends 19 months in American oak (20% new), comes entirely from the 70-year-old Gilsson Vineyard in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County. It is typically pretty much only available from the winery at its normal price of $32.
Today; however, you can get 3 bottles of the 2018 Tin Barn Vineyards Gilsson Vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel for just $54.99 plus $5 for shipping. All told that's a discount of 47%!
Buy multiples and you save even more since you'll never pay more than $5 shipping, no matter how many 3-packs you buy. Read on for our full review.
This 3-pack deal is available to ship to the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI and WY. (These states are dependent on the individual licenses of the offering winery. Future deals may have more or less states available.)
This limited time, winery direct offer ends Sunday 5/22/2022 at midnight (PT) unless it sells out sooner.
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From the winery:
On the eastern edge of the Russian River Valley lies a stretch of sandy loam soil, which was planted with Zinfandel (St. George rootstock) back in 1950. This well-established site exposes our fruit to a cool morning fog that slows its ripening and concentrates its flavors. Since 2000, wine maker Michael Lancaster has worked with this vineyard to make Zinfandel. Consistent with previous vintages, our Zinfandel displays a deep garnet color, lush velvety mouthfeel, and long seductive finish.
Produced & Bottled by Tin Barn Vineyards
15.5% Alcohol
Don't you love it when a wine has such a powerful aroma that you can smell it within seconds of opening the bottle? That's exactly what we have with the 2018 Tin Barn Gilsson Vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel.
It begins with a very nice, very attractive and succulent aroma of red cherry and a touch of a raisin-y note plus spice, vanilla, licorice, cocoa, a little toasty oak and more.
Similar to previous vintages, taking a sip reveals a tasty and balanced wine with well-integrated spice plus a bit of an oaky streak and maybe just a hint of earth. Big and loaded with deep and delicious juicy fruit flavors, it's not over the top like many other Zins and even reveals some elegance and refinement as it has time to breathe. While still balanced, this vintage might be even more flavorful than the last two we offered!
It ends slightly tannic and very, very long with just a touch of heat and lingering spice under the sweet tasting fruit on the dry finish. I have to say once again that I really, really enjoyed this wine - more than ever in fact. (Previous vintages "only" had a Taste Rating of 9.)
While still a bit young, this new vintage is drinking wonderfully right now and should continue to do that for several years to come. Just get it!
2018 TIN BARN GILSSON VINEYARD RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY ZINFANDEL
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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"thanks for the deal...this wine is spectacular for $12.50/bottle. I am used to buying big, bold, young cabs or old vine zins and paying considerably more multiples of this price."
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"Bought a case wish I had purchased 2-3 cases. Fantastic buy for the price."
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Get the Tin Barn Gilsson Vineyard Russian River Valley Zinfandel while you can! It ends Sunday 5/22 at midnight Pacific.
