Lot 480 | 2022 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 750ml

Lot 480
2022 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel

750ml

$50/bottle under the original label

Lot 480 is a 100% single-vineyard Zinfandel that from our source's online shop goes for $50/bottle, $600/case before shipping charges. Our source has a long history of organically crafting terroir-driven Zinfandels that are loved by locals and lauded by critics, with this specific release garnering 92 points from Wine Enthusiast under the original label.

Boysenberries, cinnamon, and strawberry jam on the nose are accented by crushed gravel, dried herbs, and peach preserves. The entry is focused and dry, showing a beautiful structure that’s more terroir-driven earth than big jammy fruit; new leather and further gravel are kissed by hibiscus overtones, all built around medium acidity and framed by velvet tannins. A dry finish of medium length continues to exude terroir and offers exceptional quaffability.


14.8% alc

Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 50 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel from Lot 480 is a highly regarded single-vineyard expression, known for its excellent quality and value. Customers appreciate its subtle and smooth fruit profile with a touch of tannin, offering a concentrated and elegant taste experience.

Summary topics

  • Quality and Value (56%): Many customers expressed appreciation for the excellent quality and value of the Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel.
  • Fruit Profile (14%): It was observed by customers that the fruit in the Zin is subtle and smooth, and just a touch of tannin.

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Review highlights

  • "This is an excellent full bodied zin with great fruit and peppery spice." — William C.
  • "Nice Zin at Good Price" — Steve K.
  • "This zin hits all the classic notes of Dry Creek zinfandels, full of flavor, perfect coloring and body." — Donald T.

Reviews

A Excellent Zinfandel

"This one over-delivered for the price. Boysenberry and a little cinnamon spice up front, but it’s not a fruit bomb — there’s a nice gravelly, earthy backbone underneath that gives it real structure instead of just jam. Dry finish, easy tannins, goes down way too easy for 14. 8%. Liked it enough that I told a buddy about it, and he ended up ordering a full case for himself. This is a repeat buy for me — already looking forward to the next order."

— Bill M. (5/5)

Lot 480 Zinfandel

"A little bitty almost as if the wine had spent too much time in the air. Definitely not as good as Cameron Hughes Lodi Zinfandels."

— John K. (2/5)

Lot 480 Zinfandel

"Excellent Zin with dark fruits and spice in both aroma and flavor profile. Somewhere in-between medium and full bodied. Medium tannins. Have purchased several times and sorry to see remaining stock is running low."

— David P. (5/5)

Zin Review

"A great value. Excellent fruity flavors. I've ordered a lot of zinfandel and this is by far my favorite."

— John K. (5/5)

Drink with everything

"This is a fantastic wine, full bodied and subtle aromas, the aftertaste begs for another sip. Good with a starter, main course and cheese tray!"

— christian s. (5/5)

2022 Dry Green Zin

"It is exactly what you would expect from Dry Creek Valley. A very nice reserved Zinfandel."

— Michael M. (5/5)

Excellent Zin

"Terrific well-built Zinfandel. Great spice and strong notes of cherry and tobacco. One of the best zines that DeNegoce has offered. Heartily recommended."

— William C. (5/5)

Bright, Lively and Just Plain Enjoyable

"Medium bodied with refreshing lift - A great option when you want a Zin without the heaviness!"

— Nelson (5/5)

Delicious

"Dry Creek consistently produces excellent Zinfandels. This is no exception. Enjoying a glass now😋😊"

— JP B. (4/5)

Drinking it as we speak

"Perfect weeknight Zin that punches way above its weight cost-wise. Chef’s kiss!"

— Jeffrey P. (5/5)

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