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The Best Red Wines for Beginners #7: Zinfandel

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  • čas přidán 18. 08. 2024
  • What are the best red wines for beginners to try? Let’s do a Zinfandel 101 wine tasting class! Certified wine pro Marc Supsic will give you some history, background, wine tasting notes and wine pairing ideas for this amazing, underrated grape.
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    Here are a few wine suggestions, as featured in the video:
    Beringer White Zinfandel
    www.beringer.com/
    Predator Old Vines Zin
    rutherfordranc...
    Poggio Anima Primitivo Salento
    www.poggioanima...
    Ridge Vineyards East Bench Zinfandel
    www.ridgewine....
    Two Vintners Zinfandel
    www.twovintner...
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Komentáře • 64

  • @saptarshic
    @saptarshic Před 3 lety +3

    These videos have been very helpful. The fact that you are structuring these as a series, instead of one-off lists like many other channels do, makes it much better for learning. Thank you.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 3 lety

      You're welcome, and thanks for watching! I think it makes the most sense to break each grape/wine out and spend time focusing on it so that the information is retained. 🍷

  • @silvanapenzenstadler5904

    You can still get the Crljenak Kaštelanski in Kaštela on the Dalmatian´s Coast in Croatia.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před rokem +1

      Looking forward to visiting one day. Thanks for watching!

  • @skandarc2810
    @skandarc2810 Před 3 lety +5

    Aaaaaaah the stigma of the word Zinfandel 😂🤦🏻‍♂️. Zinfandel and Lambrusco definitely feel like the bastard children of the wine world lol. I remember White Zinfandel and “wine coolers” as being the drink you had when you were underage and couldn’t handle beer or “dry” wine or spirits. The teenager’s Champagne if you will. Anyway, I ignored Zinfandel for many many years until I discovered Prisoner red blend. It which has a good chunk of Zinfandel in it which gives it a great balance. So now I’m more open to a nice glass of California Zinfandel with dinner haha, but I just really have to be in the mood for it 😂. Great video once again. So bummed I missed it earlier.

  • @matthewjackson9615
    @matthewjackson9615 Před rokem +3

    The reason I watch these videos is for two primary reasons : the are reasonably brief and to the point. Also, the wines & associated brands described are affordable and usually fall within the $20 range.
    I hate asking for assistance at the liquor store because they will start off recommending the $60 + bottles of 🍷and go up from there. Of course.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před rokem

      Thanks so much for watching! Before I became a certified Somm I was just a regular guy who enjoyed wine. In the wine business you meet a lot of snobs who drink pricey wine to show off their money and it's off-putting. I'll drink an expensive wine every once in a while but generally I buy the value bottles for everyday drinking.

  • @reycumm
    @reycumm Před rokem

    I am like you in my knowledge or judgement of wines. But most favorite Red wine is Zinfandel. I am 72. I have sampled wines from, France, Spain, South Africa, Germany, Chile, Argentina, Australia, Portugal, and for certain California. I like wine from Paso Robles, Napa and surrounding.
    Predator Zinfandel is more impressive than many wines I have experienced paying much higher prices.

  • @elleryprescott
    @elleryprescott Před 2 lety +1

    Probably my favorite red wine 🍷🥰

  • @BobChase-lf8pt
    @BobChase-lf8pt Před 6 měsíci

    I e been drinking Ridge Zins since 1985. I’m in your WTSO group and look forward to a Zin month sometime soon. Thanks.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 6 měsíci

      Hi Bob, Ridge is definitely some of the best Cal ZIn out there. Would love to see some in our PWC tastings! Will put in a good word. And thanks so much for all of you support over the years.

  • @sandyborzillo8595
    @sandyborzillo8595 Před rokem

    SEGHESIO cortina,home ranch .Limerick lane,Biale ,and for over the top ROMBAUER fiddletown,el dorado. Are the best

  • @wine-living
    @wine-living  Před 3 lety

    I'm back with my latest video in this series. Where are my Zinfandel lovers? Tell me what you're up to, and ask your wine-related questions here!

  • @bartcrump67
    @bartcrump67 Před 2 lety +2

    Rombauer Red Zin is definitely one of my all time favorites.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety

      Love the Rombauer too, and if you can get your hands on it, Turley wines makes the best. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts, Bart!

    • @bartcrump67
      @bartcrump67 Před 2 lety +1

      @@wine-living Thanks and I’ll definitely look for it! Love the videos.

  • @typerightseesight
    @typerightseesight Před 2 lety +2

    brings light to the local grocer that needs to support greater wines like these!

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety

      Agreed. Here in Pennsylvania where I live, the liquor system is controlled by the state, which is terrible. They pretty much dictate what gets sold and distributed in the shops and for the most part, it's the mass-produced big brands. Very hard to find good, niche producers here, but whenever possible I always support the little guys. Cheers and thanks for watching!

    • @typerightseesight
      @typerightseesight Před 2 lety

      @@wine-living i bought wine today that by state law isnt sold until 10 am which is upsetting because back in the day you know that rule was implimented to make the owner profit if you wanted wine before then you paid an uprising tax and made everyone happy.

  • @distlledbrewedreviewed
    @distlledbrewedreviewed Před 3 lety +3

    Not s popular as Cab Sauv and Pinot, but very aromatic and tasty. I always smell and taste great jam.

  • @Scott65J
    @Scott65J Před rokem

    I've been a Zin fan for 28 years....pairs really well with rich spicy food

  • @donkeizluv
    @donkeizluv Před 2 lety +1

    just ordered my very first California Zin. Thank you

  • @rachelniemeyer2896
    @rachelniemeyer2896 Před 2 lety +1

    Curious about your thoughts on 7 Deadly Zins, OZV Zinfandel Lodi, and Bogle Zinfandel Old Vine

  • @thomasbanjopunk3817
    @thomasbanjopunk3817 Před 3 lety +2

    Another good one!

  • @shaulshashoua6002
    @shaulshashoua6002 Před rokem

    Thanks very much for this video. Last year, when a friend gave me a bottle of a red primitivo italian bottle, I taught that Primitivo and Zinfandel can't be the same as I was used to these rose like cheap wine! Thanks for the explanation! BTW, today I mainly drink this type of red wine!

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for watching and I'm glad you drink Zinfandel now!

  • @cetterus
    @cetterus Před 3 měsíci

    Try with comething like "tsrlyenaack" (stress on "e") kashtelanski". Just first letter was pretty wrong- the rest of pronouncing is pretty decent. Kudos on your research. Hope you come to Croatia and taste more. You can't even fathom how much there is to discover.

  • @denisdonohue1863
    @denisdonohue1863 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a self professed zin expert. Best examples of zin I have had are Martinelli, Turley, Seghesio, & Saldo. Just go for their riservas, but even their base models are great.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for watching! As we speak I'm shooting a video about Syrah from Dry Creek Valley, which is surprisingly delicious. Turley and Seghesio are classics, as is the Ridge. Cheers and thanks for your input.🍷

    • @denisdonohue1863
      @denisdonohue1863 Před 2 lety

      @@wine-living zin heavy red blends the prisoner and 8 years in the dessert also good.

  • @kevinjaye7267
    @kevinjaye7267 Před 3 lety +4

    Really like the interesting history aspect of your review on the wines.
    I pass the vineyards on the North fork of Long Island a few times a year.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 3 lety +1

      Long Island has some great wines! I like Lieb cellars personally, if you ever get the chance to stop. Thanks for watching.

  • @derekcontreras7494
    @derekcontreras7494 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video glad to have you back🎉

  • @angrynunfish5630
    @angrynunfish5630 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice to see an appearance by Ridge Vineyards. Great video and glad to have another entry in this fantastic series!

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much! Glad to be back. I actually cellared that Ridge after the video and will be holding that one for a few years to come!

  • @craigmetcalfe1749
    @craigmetcalfe1749 Před rokem

    I would like to do a new world, old world tasting of Zinfandel. We also grow it in Australia...Cape Mentelle grow it in Western Australia where the soils are sandy and dry. Cheers!

  • @DrinkinItIn
    @DrinkinItIn Před 3 lety +1

    I agree that Zinfandel is way too overlooked.

  • @travisthompson9104
    @travisthompson9104 Před 2 lety

    Great video! Seghesio is probably the best bang for the buck out the there. I just discovered the Old Vine today and am looking forward to trying it soon.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety

      Enjoy and thanks for watching/commenting!

  • @richielombardi2085
    @richielombardi2085 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video but wish you would have discussed whether Zinfandel was a dry or sweet wine?

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety +1

      Good point. When I speak of most wines I approach them as though they were dry, but you're right I need to start telling people specifically whether they're dry or sweet. Thanks for the constructive criticism!

    • @denisdonohue1863
      @denisdonohue1863 Před 2 lety +3

      It's one of the sweetest, full bodied, red wines, but it's by no means "sweet". You'll love it. :)

  • @sharadsharma4833
    @sharadsharma4833 Před 3 lety

    Very nice video Marc. Love offerings by Ridge. There is another producer on Lytton Springs Rd known as Mazzocco. They make delicious Zins! Cheers 🍷

  • @judsonmusick3177
    @judsonmusick3177 Před 2 lety +1

    Marc, do you have a "Best WHITE Wines for Beginners"? series?

  • @johnmellyn2700
    @johnmellyn2700 Před rokem

    I just found an unopened bottle in my wine rack that I’ve had since just after I got out of high school , 1985 Berlinger white Zinfandel ,… I googled it to see if it was worth anything but can’t find if it is ,.. any thoughts ?

    • @johnmellyn2700
      @johnmellyn2700 Před rokem

      I don’t know why I wrote “ white” Zinfandel,…. Just Zinfandel

  • @crystalcee95
    @crystalcee95 Před 2 lety +1

    Would you do a Best Rosé Wines for Beginners?

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety +1

      Good idea! I can! Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @crystalcee95
      @crystalcee95 Před 2 lety +1

      @@wine-living Yay! I love watching your videos. Very helpful for a newbie like me.

  • @peterjohn5544
    @peterjohn5544 Před 6 měsíci

    Haha, you made that croatian name harder to pronounce than it actually is. It's ´tserlyenak kashtelanski'' 😄

  • @johnston4417
    @johnston4417 Před 2 lety

    I like zinfandel and everybody says I'm a 60 year old white woman.

    • @wine-living
      @wine-living  Před 2 lety

      No shame in that. Zin is a great wine and you like what you like. Thanks for watching!

  • @Happyvibes1998
    @Happyvibes1998 Před 2 lety

    I don’t think humans can bristle