VJB Vineyards & Cellars

Sonoma Valley Primitivo

9.116 ratings
8.82 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
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
Kendra Passow

Bright fruit forward, ruby red and smooth. Love it!

Bright fruit forward, ruby red and smooth. Love it!

Apr 19th, 2016
Thomas Kim

Bright fruit flavored. Through finish. Not too dark.

Bright fruit flavored. Through finish. Not too dark.

Nov 8th, 2015
Jon Haupt

Super yummy Primitivo.

Super yummy Primitivo.

Aug 20th, 2015
Frank Soldano

Smooth, soft flavor. Good table wine.

Smooth, soft flavor. Good table wine.

Apr 26th, 2015
Olivia Champion

Enjoyed this smooth varietal with some delicious pork chops.

Enjoyed this smooth varietal with some delicious pork chops.

Jan 2nd, 2015
Bob Schroeck

Drank with Steve and Jackie during their visit to our house

Drank with Steve and Jackie during their visit to our house

Dec 20th, 2014
Pamela Peterson

Smooth and velvety with a peppery front and brown sugar back. Beautiful in the pallet!

Smooth and velvety with a peppery front and brown sugar back. Beautiful in the pallet!

Nov 24th, 2014
Jeff Budge

Very yummy, jammy fruit, we are pairing it with a pork roast, creamed kale and roasted cauliflower

Very yummy, jammy fruit, we are pairing it with a pork roast, creamed kale and roasted cauliflower

Nov 19th, 2014