Chateau Montelena Estate Zinfandel

This wine appears effortlessly expressive yet is the result of extraordinary focus in both vineyard and cellar. An early, warm spring and low‑yielding clusters set the stage for a vintage defined by purity and concentration. The dry‑farmed vines ripened evenly, allowing Montelena to capture the clarity, tension and savoury depth that have become hallmarks of their Zinfandel style.

• Fresh cherries, black pepper and tea leaves lead into deeper notes of forest floor, briar and roasted mushroom. Bright, candy‑like red fruit evolves into darker, dried tones with air.
• Refined, slightly angular tannins add tension, supported by lively acidity and youthful energy.
• The finish brings dark chocolate, mint, leathery tannins and a subtle graphite edge.

A natural partner for pepper‑crusted beef, wild‑game dishes and tomato‑herb pasta, this is a food‑friendly Zinfandel with structure and personality.