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Valravn Sonoma County 2023 Zinfandel

$ 2399 $ 2699

Tasting Notes

Dark cherry and black raspberry aromas with pepper spiciness. The palate is warm with dark fruit flavors of blueberry, cassis, and blackberry compote which are complemented with briary notes and an energetic freshness. Strikes ideal balance of tannins, fruit and acidity.

Critical Acclaim

93 Points from James Suckling
91 Points from Wine Enthuiast

The 2023 Valravn Sonoma County Zinfandel has earned strong professional praise, highlighted by a 93-point rating from James Suckling and a 91-point rating from Wine Enthusiast. Critics laud this vintage for beautifully showcasing the fresh, medium-bodied, and vibrant side of California Zinfandel rather than a heavy or overly roasted style. On the nose, reviewers highlight a deeply aromatic bouquet layered with ripe blackberry, plum jam, wild strawberry, and sweet baking spices like cinnamon. The palate is widely celebrated for its precise balance, seamlessly pairing a deep, chocolatey, berry-infused core with plush tannins and a refreshing, zippy acidity. Sourced from old, bush-pruned vines averaging 40 years of age across top regions like the Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley, this wine is frequently recommended as an exceptionally easy-drinking, high-quality value bottle.

750ml