Expect ripe blackberry, raspberry, dark cherry, vanilla, baking spice, and a touch of black pepper with full body and ripe tannins. The 2021 California vintage was excellent.
- Varietal
- Zinfandel
- Region
- USA / California (multi-AVA blend)
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, ripe, fruit-forward, oak-aged
The producer
Rombauer Vineyards was founded in 1980 and is best known for its Carneros Chardonnay. The Zinfandel is one of the brand's other widely distributed bottlings, sourced from California vineyards.
What critics say
Rombauer Zinfandel receives consistently solid reviews as a well-made, accessible California Zinfandel.
Pairing
BBQ ribs, smoked brisket, lamb burger