90 pts Jeb Dunnucl v.23
From several older vineyards in the region, the 2023 Painted Fields Old Vine Zinfandel is classic in style, full-bodied yet not over the top, with small additions of Petite Sirah and Barbera. Tart acidity keeps it balanced and more savory than fruity. Nuanced dark cherry and berry fruit lead to graphite, dried herb, and toasted oak, with refined tannins that lengthen the finish. Ideal drinking window 2025-2030.
91 pts Wine Enthusiast v.22
Sassy, dense aromas of black currant and sarsaparilla peppered with creamed orange sherbet fill the nose, a smattering of cracked black pepper, and juicy grippy tannins and citrus zest on the finish. Decant and Enjoy with charcuterie and dried fruits — Tonya Pitts
92 pts Wine Spectator v.22
Sleek and elegantly structured, with vibrant and fragrant cherry, raspberry, briar patch and spice accents that zip along the bright, zesty finish. Drink now through 2032. 2,209 cases made. –TF
90 pts Wine Enthusiast v.21
This big, full-bodied Zin offers a mouthful of chewy tannins that feel purposeful and balanced because of the excellent fruit concentration and well-integrated oak character. Its engaging aromas and flavors recall blackberry, black cherry, black plum, chocolate, star anise and tobacco. Pair this with a juicy burger. (Veggie and vegan burgs will work too!) — Stacy BriscoeThis big, full-bodied Zin offers a mouthful of chewy tannins that feel purposeful and balanced because of the excellent fruit concentration and well-integrated oak character. Its engaging aromas and flavors recall blackberry, black cherry, black plum, chocolate, star anise and tobacco. Pair this with a juicy burger. (Veggie and vegan burgs will work too!) — Stacy Briscoe
90 pts Wine Spectator v.21
A briar patch of a wine, with brambly wild berry, roasted sage and cracked pepper flavors that finish with zesty tannins. Drink now through 2030. 2,000 cases made. –TF
