National Zinfandel Day

National Zinfandel Day

Raise a glass to this red that has the versatility to be many things to many people.

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National Zinfandel Day
  • Verticals S2: Martinelli

    Spanning five winemaking generations in Sonoma, this family still works with vines from the 1800s on one of the steepest grade unterraced vineyards in the United States. Opening one of the oldest Zinfandels still existing in California, this family stays close through work and camaraderie and pra...

  • Tasting Notes: A Zinfandel Comparison

    Claire Coppi walks through the differences in an old Napa Zinfandel and a recent vintage.

  • A Closer Look at Sonoma Zinfandel

    Take a closer look at Zinfandel grown in Sonoma, California.

  • Drink a Bottle with DLynn and Jonah

    DLynn Proctor sits down with longtime friend Jonah Beer, general manager of Frog Leap's Winery, to discuss history and winemaking as they enjoy a 1996 Frog's Leap Zinfandel and a 2003 Frog's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon.

  • Tasting Notes: Malbec v. Zinfandel

    Cristie Norman goes through the differences between a Malbec and a Zinfandel when tasting.

  • Weekly Wine: Zinfandel

    In celebration of Zinfandel Day, Shakera shares three Zinfandel recommendations.

  • Verticals Episode 7: Ridge Part 2

    Continued from part 1, this episode takes a look into the experimentation of wine at Ridge, White Zinfandel, and the transition from Paul Draper to Eric Baugher.

  • Weekly Wine: Sonoma Wines

    Shakera recommends three wines from Sonoma County including a Chenin Blanc, a Chardonnay, and a Zinfandel blend.

  • A Zinfandel Story

    Jason talks with Tessa Martinelli Gorsuch about Zinfandel in California, old vines, her family's history and the upcoming Verticals episode, and then they dive into their top 3 Zinfandel wines.

  • White Zinfandel

    Jason Wise and winemaker Steve Matthiasson dive into the history of White Zinfandel and the effects it had on the California wine market. From its creation to its popularity and how it saved some wineries in the 80s, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This episode is brought to you by...

  • BYOB: Zinfandel

    Zinfandel is a grape that rarely gets the respect it deserves. But when you discover a bottle from a benchmark producer that has been making Zinfandels of elegance and balance for decades, taking it home is a no brainer! Learn about the grape's colorful history and why Ridge is a producer you nee...