Zenaida Cellars

Templeton Gap Zinfandel Blend

9.06 ratings
-no pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Zinfandel Blend
Top Notes For
Ming L
9.1

Ripe blackberry and plum lead, with brambly raspberry, black pepper, and warm baking spice. A touch of dark chocolate frames a generous, almost jammy fruit core. The palate is lush yet lively, with enough acidity lifting the richness and keeping it focused. Supple tannins and a hint of dried herbs carry through a smooth fruity finish. This has aged well and I think it will continue to improve in the bottle for the next 3-4 years.

The winery was sold in 2022. The new owner seems to focus producing Cab - a pity.

Ripe blackberry and plum lead, with brambly raspberry, black pepper, and warm baking spice. A touch of dark chocolate frames a generous, almost jammy fruit core. The palate is lush yet lively, with enough acidity lifting the richness and keeping it focused. Supple tannins and a hint of dried herbs carry through a smooth fruity finish. This has aged well and I think it will continue to improve in the bottle for the next 3-4 years.

The winery was sold in 2022. The new owner seems to focus producing Cab - a pity.

Apr 16th, 2026
Ming L
8.9

100% estate fruits in Templeton Gap. Loads of black and blue berries. Ripe candied tannins. Wish for a bit more acidity.

100% estate fruits in Templeton Gap. Loads of black and blue berries. Ripe candied tannins. Wish for a bit more acidity.

Jun 10th, 2023
Ming L
9.0

Supple, well-balanced Zin. Great for BBQ.

Previous notes apply.

Supple, well-balanced Zin. Great for BBQ.

Previous notes apply.

Jun 1st, 2021
Ming L
9.0

Rich aroma of blackberry and plum, with notes of coconut, black tea, and dried herbs. Lush supple palate with fresh raspberry playing nicely with the otherwise delicious ripe fruit core. Mellow tannins.

Lovely Zin from the estate vineyard in Templeton Gap.

Rich aroma of blackberry and plum, with notes of coconut, black tea, and dried herbs. Lush supple palate with fresh raspberry playing nicely with the otherwise delicious ripe fruit core. Mellow tannins.

Lovely Zin from the estate vineyard in Templeton Gap.

Jan 28th, 2021
Jason Krall

Jason had this 4 years ago

Jason had this 4 years ago

Feb 19th, 2022
Michelle Zell

Michelle had this 10 years ago

Michelle had this 10 years ago

Jan 1st, 2016