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Red wine grape

Zinfandel

California's heritage grape, with gnarled century-old vines still producing concentrated, spice-driven reds full of character.

On the palate

Brambly blackberry, black pepper, sweet spice — often jammy.

Food pairing

BBQ, burgers, spiced grilled meats.

Where it grows

Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma), old-vine Napa & Sonoma.

11 estates

Wineries growing Zinfandel

Chateau Montelena — Calistoga vineyard
Historic

Chateau Montelena

Calistoga · Est. 1882

Taut, mineral Chardonnay that ages for decades; the Estate Cabernet is firm and savoury.

4.6
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Grgich Hills Estate — Rutherford vineyard
High-End

Grgich Hills Estate

Rutherford · Est. 1977

Restrained, mineral Chardonnay and a classically proportioned Cabernet — freshness over flash.

4.6
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Frog's Leap Winery — Rutherford vineyard
Boutique

Frog's Leap Winery

Rutherford · Est. 1981

Fresh, food-friendly, lower-alcohol wines with vibrant acidity and true varietal character.

4.7
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Ridge Vineyards — Lytton Springs — Dry Creek Valley vineyard
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Ridge Vineyards — Lytton Springs

Dry Creek Valley · Est. 1972

Brambly black raspberry, pepper and sweet oak with old-vine depth; ages beautifully.

4.7
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Seghesio Family Vineyards — Alexander Valley vineyard
Historic

Seghesio Family Vineyards

Alexander Valley · Est. 1895

Generous, spice-driven Zinfandel with old-vine concentration and Italian soul.

4.7
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Dry Creek Vineyard — Dry Creek Valley vineyard
Historic

Dry Creek Vineyard

Dry Creek Valley · Est. 1972

Zesty Fumé Blanc and juicy old-vine Zinfandel; a great picnic stop.

4.6
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Francis Ford Coppola Winery — Alexander Valley vineyard
Must-Visit

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Alexander Valley · Est. 2006

Crowd-pleasing, well-made reds; a family-friendly destination day.

4.4
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St. Francis Winery & Vineyards — Sonoma Valley vineyard
Must-Visit

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

Sonoma Valley · Est. 1971

Rich old-vine Zinfandel and plush reds tuned for the table.

4.7
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Cline Family Cellars — Carneros vineyard
Boutique

Cline Family Cellars

Carneros · Est. 1982

Juicy, peppery old-vine Zinfandel and honest Rhône blends; relaxed and welcoming.

4.5
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Kunde Family Winery — Sonoma Valley vineyard
Historic

Kunde Family Winery

Sonoma Valley · Est. 1904

Reliable estate range; the mountain-top tasting has a jaw-dropping valley view.

4.6
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Rombauer Vineyards — St. Helena vineyard
Must-Visit

Rombauer Vineyards

St. Helena · Est. 1980

Ripe, creamy and tropical — unabashedly lush, oak-kissed Chardonnay.

4.6
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Good to know

Zinfandel FAQs

What does Zinfandel taste like?

Zinfandel typically shows Brambly blackberry, black pepper, sweet spice — often jammy. California's heritage grape, with gnarled century-old vines still producing concentrated, spice-driven reds full of character.

What food pairs with Zinfandel?

Zinfandel pairs beautifully with BBQ, burgers, spiced grilled meats.

Where is Zinfandel grown?

Classic homes for Zinfandel include Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma), old-vine Napa & Sonoma. Estates in our guide that grow it include Chateau Montelena, Grgich Hills Estate, Frog's Leap Winery, Ridge Vineyards — Lytton Springs, Seghesio Family Vineyards, Dry Creek Vineyard.

Taste Zinfandel where it grows best

Let a Chauffyr chauffeur plan a wine day around the estates that make Zinfandel shine.

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