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Zinfandel 2023 - Lodi, CA
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Points: 98 | Amador County | Limited Vintage
Vol.
14.8
%
ML.
ml
Type.
Red
Spenker Ranch | Lodi AVA | First Vintage Release
Be among the first to taste Cellar Beast’s debut Zinfandel—an electrifying new addition sourced from the historic Spenker Ranch in Lodi, CA. This 2023 vintage captures everything we love about California Zin: ripe dark fruit, lush texture, and a bold, spicy finish. Aged in neutral oak to showcase the vineyard’s natural intensity, it bursts with blackberry, plum, and a hint of cracked pepper. Whether you're firing up the grill or hosting friends for pizza night, this wine delivers serious flavor and easy charm. Our first Lodi release is here—and it won’t be for long. Stock up while it lasts.
About this Wine
ABV: 14.8
ML: 750
AVA: Lodi, CA (Spenker Ranch)
Oaking/Aging Notes: Aged in neutral oak to preserve bold fruit character
Why You'll Love this Wine
Bold and Bursting with Flavor: Packed with ripe blackberry, plum, and black pepper, this Zinfandel delivers concentrated dark fruit wrapped in smooth tannins and subtle spice.
Classic Lodi Character: The 2023 vintage from Spenker Ranch captures everything we love about Lodi—warm-climate ripeness, old-vine depth, and bold varietal expression.
Perfect for Food Lovers: From BBQ pork ribs to spicy sausage pizza and aged cheddar, this Zinfandel is built for bold flavors and hearty dishes. A must-have for lovers of rich, fruit-driven reds.
Recommended Food Pairings
BBQ Pork Ribs: The wine’s ripe blackberry and plum flavors shine alongside the smoky-sweet richness of saucy pork ribs.
Spicy Italian Sausage Pizza: Zinfandel’s bold fruit and spice effortlessly match the intensity of fennel sausage and charred crust.
Aged Cheddar or Manchego: These firm, flavorful cheeses pair well with the wine’s warm spice and smooth tannins, resulting in a satisfying finish.
Winemakers Notes
Winemaker: Mark Pagliaro, winemaker
The 2023 Zinfandel is a bold California original. Sourced from Lodi’s historic Spenker Ranch, this vintage delivers the full-throttle character you expect from the region—bursting with ripe dark fruit, balanced by smooth tannins and a hint of spice. Powerful yet approachable, it’s a standout expression of Zinfandel with a distinctly Cellar Beast edge.
Tasting Notes
26 yr old vines. Balanced acidity
Aroma: Fig, mixed berry jam, elderberry, wet cedar
Palate: Stewed plums, dates,
Pairing: Hearty stew
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Special Notes About Region and Varietal
Sourced from the historic Spenker Ranch in Lodi, California, our 2023 Zinfandel reflects the bold identity of this renowned Zinfandel-producing region. Lodi’s Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot days and cooling Delta breezes, provides for full phenolic ripeness while preserving the varietal’s natural acidity. The sandy loam soils of Spenker Ranch, combined with old-vine character, contribute to small, concentrated berries that deliver deep color, rich dark fruit, and spicy complexity. This combination of a warm climate, well-drained soils, and time-tested vineyard practices enables Cellar Beast to craft a Zinfandel that is both intense and refined, showcasing the classic power and approachability for which Lodi is known.
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