Notes of: Raspberry

Notes of: Strawberry

Notes of: White Pepper

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Black Pepper

Notes of: Vanilla

Ancient Peaks

Ancient Peaks Zinfandel

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.8

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Ancient Peaks Zinfandel is a premium wine produced by Ancient Peaks Winery, located in the Paso Robles appellation of California. The wine is made from grapes grown in the winery's estate Margarita Vineyard, which is situated in a unique location with diverse soils and microclimates. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied Zinfandel with flavors of blackberry, raspberry, and spice, balanced by a smooth and velvety texture. This wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the bold and flavorful style of Zinfandel.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Ancient Peaks Zinfandel is a bold and complex red wine.Its deep ruby color hints at the intense aromas of ripe red and black fruits, baking spices, and undertones of smoky oak. On the palate, flavors of juicy blackberry and plum come to the fore, with a hint of pepper and spice. The tannins are firm and well-structured, leading to a long and satisfying finish. Enjoy this robust Zinfandel with a grilled steak or a hearty stew.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Zinfandel

ORIGINS

Winery: Ancient Peaks

Region: Central Coast California

The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.8

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