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In 1978, veterinarian Dr. Kent Rosenblum and his wife Kathy founded Rosenblum Cellars. Over the years Rosenblum has been hailed as one of the top American wineries and called a “mecca for zin-fanatics.” Embodying nearly three decades read more...of winemaking tradition, Rosenblum has evolved from a passionate home-winemaking operation into a world-class winery. Today, Rosenblum Cellars is recognized as one of North America’s most acclaimed producers of zinfandel and Rhône varietal wines.

After years of making wine out of their family home, the Rosenblums took their love of winemaking to the next level in 1978. In partnership with several close friends they established Rosenblum Cellars. With Kathy acting as his assistant winemaker and helping with the crush, Kent made Rosenblum Cellars’ first vineyard designated zinfandel. Made using fruit from the now-renowned Cullinane Vineyard in Sonoma County, this wine won praise and began to establish Rosenblum Cellars’ reputation as a winery with a talent for zinfandel.

Inspired by his early success, Kent began to refine both his philosophical and stylistic approach to winemaking. He focused on crafting exceptional vineyard designated wines using grapes farmed from mountainside, head-pruned, old vines. With many wineries touting their estate vineyards, Kent chose a different path, deciding instead to create a diverse palette of fruit for Rosenblum Cellars. From Sonoma and Napa, to Santa Barbara, Paso Robles and beyond, Kent actively sought out the best vineyards and growers in California. In the winery, he mixed traditional and innovative winemaking techniques to craft soft and sumptuous wines that celebrated the distinctive terroir and character of each vineyard.

To honor the commitment made by his vineyard partners, Kent personally oversees every wine. “We are like thirty little wineries rolled into one. We may have 120 small lots of grapes, but each is managed as if it is the only one. Specific yeasts are carefully selected for each lot. Fermentation is done in very small batches. We punch down by hand. All of this is quite labor intensive, but it is gentle and yields a more complex, balanced wine than more automated processes.”

By 1987, Rosenblum Cellars had moved to its current home in Alameda, California. Through constant refinement of traditional methods and selective use of new technology, Kent and his winemaking team keep Rosenblum Cellars at the forefront of enology. From the picking of riper fruit to manage tannin bitterness, to the use of more than 30 strains of yeast from around the world, and barrels from 55 different coopers in the United States, France, Hungary, Australia and Russia, Kent and his team work constantly to perfect their methods.

The last decade has been an exceptional one for Rosenblum Cellars. The winery has continued to gain the respect and appreciation of both the public and its peers, and has been honored with numerous gold medals and 90-plus scores. Still loved for its world-class zinfandels, Rosenblum has also established a reputation for crafting acclaimed Rhône varietals in its own ripe and robust style. This unique approach has culminated in a diverse portfolio of award-winning wines in several categories, including its Reserves, Vineyard Designates, Appellation Series and Cuvée Series. Rosenblum Cellars is currently distributed in every state and sixteen countries.    (hide)

StevenBabb wrote in the forum topic: First Zinfandel - do you remember?

November 2009

StevenBabb

my first experience with zin was at a great restaurant (that is no more) where i had just landed my first bartender position, and i had to TASTE all of our wine by the glass! one of the many perks of that job! the zin was...

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TL NJ wrote in the forum topic: Beef Stew and ?? ($25 range)

November 2009

TL NJ

With all of these great recommendations, I almost didn't respond, but heck - im not one to not throw my 2 cents in!! So here goes - sticking in the $25 range.. 1. Zinfandel (any of the ones mentioned by Chadrich are...

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TL NJ wrote in the forum topic: "Hi My Name Is" / Favorite Red

November 2009

TL NJ

Oh, and here are some other decently priced "real" Zinfandel recommendations... Ridge, Ravenswood, St. Fancis, Dry Creek, Seghesio, and Rosenblum. My favorite Zin is Peju. They dont sell it out here on the East Coast,...

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drsint reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel 2006:

November 2009

drsint

Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel 2006

Starting at $18^.62 Snoothrank: 3/5

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befkoch reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Vintners Cuvee Xxxi California:

November 2009

befkoch

Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Vintners Cuvee Xxxi California

Starting at $12^.19 Snoothrank: 3/5

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chadrich wrote in the forum topic: Beef Stew and ?? ($25 range)

November 2009

chadrich

My mind went immediately to zinfandel, and there are plenty of good ones in the $25 range. For something readily available (I'm guessing your stew isn't going to hold until a mail order arrives) I'd look to Rosenblum,...

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zwaaa reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Vintners Cuvee Xxxi California:

October 2009

zwaaa

Plum and other berries on the nose. Very hot and acidic. Black pepper and an odd mix of subtle strawberries and Robitussin (but in a good way).

Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Vintners Cuvee Xxxi California

Starting at $12^.19 Snoothrank: 3/5

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Casteler reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Reserve Monte Rosso Zinfandel 2006:

October 2009

Casteler

Rosenblum Cellars Reserve Monte Rosso Zinfandel 2006

Starting at $35^.54 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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lingprof reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Syrah England-Shaw 2005:

October 2009

lingprof

very tight at first, even with decanting. began to open up later. much better the second day, with oaky depth and some nice herbal notes, but still not enough to blow me away.

Rosenblum Cellars Syrah England-Shaw 2005

Starting at $24^.02 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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lichavaz reviewed Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Contra Costa County 2006:

October 2009

lichavaz

Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel Contra Costa County 2006

Starting at $15^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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JelaDragoljevic modified this page:

Oct 4

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JelaDragoljevic added a photo for Rosenblum Cellars.

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saile4 commented on this page:

Jul 25

saile4

Rosenblum Cellars is a great place to visit when you're in the SF Bay Area. It's the urban wine country experience: no traffic, no crowds, no pretensions. Just interesting wines and people passionate about wine.

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