The Specialyst Winery

Lodi Zinfandel

8.417 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

8.0

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

7.4

Lacks depth. A bit thin.

Lacks depth. A bit thin.

1 person found it helpfulSep 17th, 2021

Tavario Griffin

8.5

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

7.7

Thin, not great flavor or smoothness. High alcohol burn

Thin, not great flavor or smoothness. High alcohol burn

Nov 18th, 2024

8.8

Plum

Plum

Jan 1st, 2023

7.4

Grabbed it again. Still not a fan.

Grabbed it again. Still not a fan.

Jan 16th, 2022

7.5

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

8.9

Stephen had this 4 years ago

Stephen had this 4 years ago

Mar 25th, 2021

8.9

Juan had this a month ago

Juan had this a month ago

Dec 25th, 2024

9.0

Philip had this 2 months ago

Philip had this 2 months ago

Nov 28th, 2024