The Specialyst Winery

Lodi Zinfandel

8.519 ratings
8.91 pro ratings
Lodi, Central Valley, California, USA
Zinfandel
Lamb, Chicken, Turkey, White Rice, Pasta, Potato, Herbs, Mushrooms, Soft Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, Tomato-Based, Duck, Exotic Spices, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pork, Baking Spices, Pungent Cheese, Beef, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Dave

Pulled this at my brother in law's house. All the other reviewers on this app say the same thing: This wine is thin and doesn't taste like Lodi Zin. They are right... this wine looks, smells, feels, and tastes exactly like Barbera d'Alba. Now that I figured that out, I am enjoying it immensely! Prove me wrong.
Listening to MJ Lenderman

Pulled this at my brother in law's house. All the other reviewers on this app say the same thing: This wine is thin and doesn't taste like Lodi Zin. They are right... this wine looks, smells, feels, and tastes exactly like Barbera d'Alba. Now that I figured that out, I am enjoying it immensely! Prove me wrong.
Listening to MJ Lenderman

1 person found it helpfulDec 23rd, 2025
Robert Hughes

Not much depth, a lot of alcohol on the nose.

Not much depth, a lot of alcohol on the nose.

1 person found it helpfulNov 26th, 2021
Cindy Cammack

Lacks depth. A bit thin.

Lacks depth. A bit thin.

1 person found it helpfulSep 17th, 2021
Tavario Griffin

the wine reveals itself to be somewhat thin and lacking in the depth and complexity one might expect from a vintage of this caliber. The finish is short, leaving a slight sense of longing for more substantial layers. Despite this, it remains an enjoyable experience, perfect for casual sipping or pairing with light appetizers. Overall, a commendable effort that, with a bit more robustness, could achieve greater acclaim.

the wine reveals itself to be somewhat thin and lacking in the depth and complexity one might expect from a vintage of this caliber. The finish is short, leaving a slight sense of longing for more substantial layers. Despite this, it remains an enjoyable experience, perfect for casual sipping or pairing with light appetizers. Overall, a commendable effort that, with a bit more robustness, could achieve greater acclaim.

Dec 29th, 2024
Eric Johnson

Thin, not great flavor or smoothness. High alcohol burn

Thin, not great flavor or smoothness. High alcohol burn

Nov 18th, 2024
Robert

Plum

Plum

Jan 1st, 2023
Cindy Cammack

Grabbed it again. Still not a fan.

Grabbed it again. Still not a fan.

Jan 16th, 2022
Adam Beasley

About as bad as Zin can get. Sweet and structureless.

About as bad as Zin can get. Sweet and structureless.

May 1st, 2021
Stephen Mathews

Stephen had this 5 years ago

Stephen had this 5 years ago

Mar 25th, 2021
Valentina Arrona

Valentina had this 2 months ago

Valentina had this 2 months ago

Apr 4th, 2026