Red

Western Cellars Winemaker's Selection Zinfandel Lodi California

America , California

Western Cellars Winemaker's Selection Zinfandel Lodi California

0.75L | 14.0%

9 , 9 5

Zinfandel

Western Cellars

Aantal

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Western Cellars Winemaker's Selection Zinfandel Lodi California

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Beautifully layered

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2024

Ready to drink 2024 - 2030

Past peak After 2030

Aromas

Black fruit Ripe red fruit Herbs Smoke Oak wood

Food Pairing

Barbecue meat Grilled meat Spare ribs Pulled pork

Vintage Report

The 2022 vintage in Lodi benefited from warm days and cool nights, allowing the grapes to ripen optimally. With a score of 90 points, this vintage is considered outstanding, and the wine is already very approachable.

Our Review

So I would choose this over many Primitivos in the same price range, because it has a bit more acidity. That gives it more balance. Yes, it's less jammy, but I prefer that. Really good value for money.

— Roel

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Western Cellars Zinfandel, from the Lodi region of California, represents the best of what Northern California has to offer in Zinfandel wines. This region, known for its ideal growing conditions and classic Mediterranean climate, provides the perfect backdrop for the production of Western Cellars Zinfandel.

Lodi's unique terroir for Zinfandel

Lodi, the heart of Zinfandel production in California, offers unique conditions that give Western Cellars Zinfandel its distinctive flavor. Warm days and cool nights ensure optimal grape ripeness, while sandy soils challenge the vines and produce high-quality grapes with concentrated flavors. These natural factors contribute to the full, thick structure of Western Cellars Zinfandel, enriched with abundant black fruit notes so characteristic of this iconic grape variety. The aging of Western Cellars Zinfandel in oak barrels is a crucial part of the winemaking process that gives this wine its distinctive character. This method not only adds an extra layer of complexity with rich oak notes but also refines the texture, giving the wine its silky, round, and full mouthfeel. The subtle influence of the oak integrates beautifully with the natural flavors of the grape, resulting in a harmonious and lingering finish.

A versatile Zinfandel from Lodi California

The Lodi California Zinfandel appears in the glass with a radiant ruby red color. The nose reveals notes of ripe red fruit, subtle spices, and a hint of smokiness, the latter of which is, of course, thanks to the extended oak aging. It is a rich wine that, combined with its silky, rounded notes, makes for a complete wine. The Western Cellars Zinfandel is not only a pleasure to drink on its own but also makes an excellent pairing with a wide variety of dishes. This wine pairs perfectly with barbecue, grilled meats, spare ribs, and pulled pork, where the rich flavors complement the complexity of the dishes.

Product details

Alcohol content	14.0%
Vintage	2023
Size	0.75L
Region	California
Sub-region	Central Valley
Appellation	Lodi
Producer	Western Cellars
Varietal(s)	Zinfandel
Oak aging	Yes, On oak barrels
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 18°C
Storage at perfecte wijn	Air conditioned at 18°c