VJB Vineyards & Cellars

Sonoma Valley Primitivo

9.252 ratings
8.94 pro ratings
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Primitivo
Turkey, White Rice, Chicken, Potato, Pasta, Lamb, Exotic Spices, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Baking Spices, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Pork, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Onion, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese
Top Notes For
Justin Hart

I am sure this primitivo is better than this bottle (my cork was failing and there was a hint of effervescence and definitely some taint). But I can't rate this very highly due to green pepper notes dominating after being open for half an hour. Otherwise, pleasant prune and baking spices were initially very enticing.

I am sure this primitivo is better than this bottle (my cork was failing and there was a hint of effervescence and definitely some taint). But I can't rate this very highly due to green pepper notes dominating after being open for half an hour. Otherwise, pleasant prune and baking spices were initially very enticing.

Nov 17th, 2016
Lauren Vance

Buyer Whole Foods Market Oakland

8.9

Great mix of fruit and spice, 2014 vintage and still too much astringency for my taste. Whether now or a year down the line this wants food. Preferably something smokey, saucy and on the BBQ.

Great mix of fruit and spice, 2014 vintage and still too much astringency for my taste. Whether now or a year down the line this wants food. Preferably something smokey, saucy and on the BBQ.

Apr 11th, 2016
Sarah Stierch

Food & Wine Editor Sonoma Valley Sun

9.1

Boozy nose but it turns into a pleasant cherry with a silly mouthfeel. I love Primitivo and this is a score for California produced Primitivo.

Boozy nose but it turns into a pleasant cherry with a silly mouthfeel. I love Primitivo and this is a score for California produced Primitivo.

Mar 26th, 2016
Amy Lieberfarb

Bright Ruby Red in color, Close relstive of Zinfandel this grape. Aromas of white pepper & strawberries. Palate is red fruit and acidity make a lively, vibrant finish. To quote John Corcoran, "this Primitivo knocked my socks off"

Bright Ruby Red in color, Close relstive of Zinfandel this grape. Aromas of white pepper & strawberries. Palate is red fruit and acidity make a lively, vibrant finish. To quote John Corcoran, "this Primitivo knocked my socks off"

Jan 2nd, 2015
Jon Reneberg

Nice mellow relaxing wine.

Nice mellow relaxing wine.

Dec 26th, 2019
Brian Fitzpatrick

Had the pleasure of discovering this wine while visiting the winery at VJB. I shipped some home and will buy a case of this for the cellar. This is a wonderful smooth wine, great for an Italian meal. Tannins are low and a nice hint of black Cherry exists on the finish. This is a very delightful wine.

Had the pleasure of discovering this wine while visiting the winery at VJB. I shipped some home and will buy a case of this for the cellar. This is a wonderful smooth wine, great for an Italian meal. Tannins are low and a nice hint of black Cherry exists on the finish. This is a very delightful wine.

Dec 8th, 2019
Marko Palyniak

Strawberries on the nose and palate with a delicious smooth finish. Love it!

Strawberries on the nose and palate with a delicious smooth finish. Love it!

Oct 9th, 2019
Jeremy King

Jammy noise with easy drinkability. Sonoma must visit. Tasting and signature pizza. Delish!

Jammy noise with easy drinkability. Sonoma must visit. Tasting and signature pizza. Delish!

Jun 8th, 2019
Bob Schroeck

Drank on 6/23/2018

Drank on 6/23/2018

Jun 24th, 2018
Bob Schroeck

Drank on 6/11/2018

Drank on 6/11/2018

Jun 12th, 2018