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2003 Ravenswood Barricia Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Barricia Zinfandel

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2001 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2001 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2002 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

2003 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel

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2003 Ravenswood Big River Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Big River Zinfandel

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2002 Ravenswood Cooke Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Cooke Zinfandel

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2003 Ravenswood Cooke Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Cooke Zinfandel

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2001 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2001 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2002 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2003 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Dickerson Vineyard Zinfandel

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2001 Ravenswood Monte Rosso Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2001 Ravenswood Monte Rosso Zinfandel

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2002 Ravenswood Monte Rosso Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Monte Rosso Zinfandel

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2001 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2001 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

2002 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2003 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2001 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2001 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2002 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2002 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel

Front Item Photo

2003 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel

750ml

RATINGS

93-94Stephen Tanzer

Knockout nose combines sappy black fruits, black pepper and spicy, smoked meats; rather Rhone-like. Tight on entry, then silky and sweet in the middle but with terrific flavor definition and cut.

90Robert M. Parker Jr.

...copious quantities of sweet cherry fruit intertwined with notions of raspberries and currants counterbalanced by a subtle dosage of toasty oak. Full-bodied and dense, with seamlessly integrated acidity...

PRODUCER

Ravenswood

Ravenswood was founded in 1976 in Sonoma Valley by Joel Peterson. Peterson is a microbiologist by training, but while doing immunology research in San Francisco in the early 1970s he began dabbling in winemaking. Because of his success with Zinfandel, he quickly became known as the godfather of Zinfandel, and single vineyard Zinfandels continue to be the estate’s flagship wines. Ravenswood owns about 15 acres of vineyards but acquires most of its grapes from a network of more than 100 northern California growers. The estate also makes Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and various blends.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.

VINTAGE

2003 Ravenswood Teldeschi Zinfandel