At one point, the Zinfandels from Ravenswood Winery were the stuff of legends. Never giving into the White Zin craze, Ravenswood kept its focus on premium quality red wine, and it earned a dedicated following. The current owners are bringing back that prestige to the brand, and judging by their latest release, they are on the right track, as their latest Zinfandel release has just earned a fantastic 94 points from Wine Spectator!
Ravenswood is one of California's iconic Zinfandel producers. Founded by Joel Peterson in 1976, the brand played a pivotal role in revitalizing the variety by crafting site-specific Zinfandels from Sonoma County. In doing so, Ravenswood garnered critical acclaim and a cult-like following, with Peterson being hailed as The Godfather of Zinfandel. In fact, Joel's hand-made punch-down tool and other Ravenswood artifacts were acquired by the Smithsonian to be displayed in their "Food: Transforming to the American Table" exhibition.
The reintroduction of Ravenswood Winery was built on the foundation of the brand's rich history and heritage with California Zinfandel, respecting Joel's philosophy while crafting enduring Zinfandel for a modern audience. As an iconic producer with a storied legacy, Ravenswood offers consumers an inviting opportunity to discover or reconnect with Zinfandel. And they're accomplishing this using fruit from one of the best areas in Sonoma County.
Just two miles wide and 16 miles long, Dry Creek Valley is one of California's most recognized and acclaimed regions for Zinfandel. A region perfectly matched to a variety, Dry Creek Valley is a small but magical place, offering winemakers a dynamic range of elevations, microclimates and soil types to craft distinctive and soulful Zinfandel. An homage to the place where Ravenswood was born almost half a century ago, this Zinfandel was sourced from select blocks on the eastern benchlands of Dry Creek Valley, capturing the region's hallmark fruit intensity and appealing spice characteristics.
We do the hard work for you; we've perused through Wine Spectator's California Zinfandel reviews for roughly the past 3 vintages, and the average price for a 94-point Zin is about $62. Yet Ravenswood, a brand that has always been "for the people", is only $21.95. That means this wine sells for nearly 65% less than the average 94-point California Zin on the market! Smooth, aromatic and approachable, this distinctive Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel offers a flavorful showcase of this exceptional region. Bold, fruit-forward notes of fresh-picked raspberry, boysenberry, black cherry, plum and dark fruit layer with richer hints of black pepper, spice and toast. With its medium-bodied palate and balanced structure, this food-friendly Zinfandel is an ideal choice with tomato-based pasta dishes or a classic cheeseburger.
We're getting closer to grilling season (depending on where you are, it might already be here), so why not get a jump start on the wine that will get the conversations going, and help to make your block party a success!
WINE SPECTATOR 95 POINTS - "An engaging red, with sleekly layered cherry and raspberry flavors highlighted by roasted sage, fresh violet and pepper flavors that end with refined tannins. Drink now through 2035."
Ravenswood is one of California's iconic Zinfandel producers. Founded by Joel Peterson in 1976, the brand played a pivotal role in revitalizing the variety by crafting site-specific Zinfandels from Sonoma County. In doing so, Ravenswood garnered critical acclaim and a cult-like following, with Peterson being hailed as The Godfather of Zinfandel. In fact, Joel's hand-made punch-down tool and other Ravenswood artifacts were acquired by the Smithsonian to be displayed in their "Food: Transforming to the American Table" exhibition.
The reintroduction of Ravenswood Winery was built on the foundation of the brand's rich history and heritage with California Zinfandel, respecting Joel's philosophy while crafting enduring Zinfandel for a modern audience. As an iconic producer with a storied legacy, Ravenswood offers consumers an inviting opportunity to discover or reconnect with Zinfandel. And they're accomplishing this using fruit from one of the best areas in Sonoma County.
Just two miles wide and 16 miles long, Dry Creek Valley is one of California's most recognized and acclaimed regions for Zinfandel. A region perfectly matched to a variety, Dry Creek Valley is a small but magical place, offering winemakers a dynamic range of elevations, microclimates and soil types to craft distinctive and soulful Zinfandel. An homage to the place where Ravenswood was born almost half a century ago, this Zinfandel was sourced from select blocks on the eastern benchlands of Dry Creek Valley, capturing the region's hallmark fruit intensity and appealing spice characteristics.
We do the hard work for you; we've perused through Wine Spectator's California Zinfandel reviews for roughly the past 3 vintages, and the average price for a 94-point Zin is about $62. Yet Ravenswood, a brand that has always been "for the people", is only $21.95. That means this wine sells for nearly 65% less than the average 94-point California Zin on the market! Smooth, aromatic and approachable, this distinctive Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel offers a flavorful showcase of this exceptional region. Bold, fruit-forward notes of fresh-picked raspberry, boysenberry, black cherry, plum and dark fruit layer with richer hints of black pepper, spice and toast. With its medium-bodied palate and balanced structure, this food-friendly Zinfandel is an ideal choice with tomato-based pasta dishes or a classic cheeseburger.
We're getting closer to grilling season (depending on where you are, it might already be here), so why not get a jump start on the wine that will get the conversations going, and help to make your block party a success!
WINE SPECTATOR 95 POINTS - "An engaging red, with sleekly layered cherry and raspberry flavors highlighted by roasted sage, fresh violet and pepper flavors that end with refined tannins. Drink now through 2035."
