Top 5 Zinfandel Under $15
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Top 5 Zinfandel Under $15
1. Folie á Deux Zinfandel (2009) |
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2. Karly Zinfandel Amador County Pokerville (2009) |
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3. Cline Cellars Zinfandel California (2010) |
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4. Tamas Zinfandel (2009) |
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5. Kenwood Merlot (2009) |
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I've always liked 7 Deadly Zins as my inexpensive go to anytime Zin.
Jul 31, 2012 at 1:55 PM
not my favorites. Kenwood is acceptable. others are lacking, especially Folie a Deax. I'd have to try Tamas
GREAT zinfandel is from Peter Haywood at Haywood Winery in Sonoma - great for 30 plus years. Also, Dry Creek Vineyard north coast has phenomenal single vintage zin and great blends. Same for Epiphany - family of Fess Parker - Santa Maria area.
Jul 31, 2012 at 2:28 PM
A sleeper for $10/btl is Charles Krug 2008 st Helena zinfandel.
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:10 PM
n
There are a number of good Zins from the Lodi region, but few under $15 that I have been able to find. But the old vine zinfandels from this area are the ones I look for when in the mood for a Zin.
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:14 PM
Brassfield Eruption zin blend
ozv zin
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:16 PM
Thanks for this list, Greg. I am always looking for good, affordable Zins. I've had some of these and agree that they are good, cost-effective solutions to my Zin-tooth problem
MARoberson, I agree that Lodi is underappreciated. I have a favorite for under $15--Oak Ridge, Ancient Vines.
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:27 PM
Where the heck are you getting London Zin at $14? The lowest price on Snooth is $20. I am a retailer and if I could buy it wholesale at $14 I would be happy. $14 retail is not a reality.
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:33 PM
n
Not under $15 but M2, Macchia, Jessie's Grove are a few of my favorites. I had a project in Lodi that went on for several years and I always made it a point to visit 2-5 winery's each trip. If you are in the area well worth spending a few days of tasting and visiting.
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:39 PM
EMark, yes Oak Ridge Winery, ozv (Old Zin Vines) at $13
http://www.oldzinvines.com
Jul 31, 2012 at 3:45 PM
to : marobertson - most lodi wineries make their zinfandel to high in alcohol and too, too sweet. I prefer a classic dry Italian style primitivo zinfandel~
Jul 31, 2012 at 4:45 PM
Spend the extra 5 bucks and buy a botttle of Seghisio ....by far the best
Jul 31, 2012 at 5:32 PM
Mauritson Zinfandel Dry Creek - AWESOME!
Jul 31, 2012 at 6:17 PM
although definitely NOT under $15
Jul 31, 2012 at 6:18 PM
Plungerhead, OZV, Maggio, Klinker Brick.... Not a fan of any Menage a Trios wines.
Jul 31, 2012 at 8:01 PM
Dal Piaz
Hey everyone, some great recommendations here.
First off the Jack London was our course a mistake, I reviewed the plain old Kenwood Zin, and there was a mistake in production which I've just corrected.
I'll be writing about several of the producers mentioned here next week, but I really wanted to say how much I love seeing the enthusiasm for Zin on these pages.
In my opinion Zinfandel is truly California's greatest grapes, perhaps some fo the the Cabs are in fact better wines, but at 10 times the price the not only better be, but they really hold zero interest for me.
You can get more out of a great California Zinfandel than virtually any similarly priced wine in the world!
Jul 31, 2012 at 8:26 PM
Agree with Maroberson and Emark on Lodi Zins. My preference - Cosentino's "THE ZIN". Can't get it these days in PA Govt. Stores, so not sure where it's pricewise.
Jul 31, 2012 at 10:44 PM
Patrice-
Worden
Bogle old vine zinfandel and St Francis old vine zin not to mention St Francis's is a great visit for tasting
Aug 01, 2012 at 12:40 PM
I really like Scott Harvey's 1869 Zinfandel, but it's not under $15.
Aug 01, 2012 at 1:51 PM
Montevina's top end zin, Terra d Oro is a winner, both in 2008 and 2009. $14-$15.
Aug 01, 2012 at 2:53 PM
Thanks for the tip on Scott Harvey, MJ. I'll look for it. The Gold Country is another underappreciated region--not only for Zinfandel, but, also, Petite Sirah.
Aug 01, 2012 at 3:08 PM
Always enjoyed the Sobon Old Vines Zin in the $13-15 range.
Aug 02, 2012 at 8:37 PM
I have always been a fan of Campus Oaks. I love all of my reds so much better the 2nd day after opening, if you can wait! ;)
Aug 03, 2012 at 2:21 AM
Try Grady Family Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel '09 just won a gold 91 pts at the La International Wine and Spirits Comp. $12.99- $14.99 depending on where you buy it!
Aug 06, 2012 at 8:39 PM
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