Ballentine 2021 Zinfandel, Napa Valley
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The 2021 Ballentine Estate Zinfandel is a premium Napa Valley Zinfandel grown in the historic Pocai Vineyard on the valley's warm eastern benchlands. Sourced primarily from 40+ year-old vines planted in Bale Gravelly Loam soils, this estate-grown wine delivers concentrated blackberry, black cherry, raspberry preserves, baking spice, and floral aromas with a rich, structured palate and a long finish. The blend includes 5% Petite Sirah and 2% Malbec for added depth and color.
95 Points The Wine Independent: "The Ballentine 2021 Zinfandel Estate Grown, with 5% Petite Sirah and 2% Malbec in the blend, is medium to deep garnet-purple in color. It rolls out with fragrant notes of baked black cherries, fruitcake, and raspberry preserves plus hints of Chinese five spice, rose oil, and black tea. The full-bodied palate delivers great tension and intensity, with lighly chewy tannins and a long perfumed finish." (Lisa Perrotti-Brown -April 2024).
Why You'll Love This Wine:
- Estate-grown from 40+ year-old Napa Valley vines
- 95-point rating from The Wine Independent
- Rich blackberry, cherry, baking spice and floral aromas
- A classic Napa Valley Zinfandel with structure and elegance
- Limited production from Ballentine Vineyards
Food Pairings
This Napa Valley Zinfandel pairs beautifully with:
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- Grilled ribeye steak
- BBQ ribs
- Smoked brisket
- Burgers
- Lamb chops
- Aged cheddar
- Pepperoni pizza
