| Rating | 97 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Zinfandel |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation |
Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.3% |
| Price | $50.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2025-10-27 |
Perfect For
Drinking Outside the Lines, Holiday Meals, Steak Dinner
Drink If You Like
Merlot, Refosco , Zinfandel
Chateau Montelena Estate Zinfandel 2022 Review
Chateau Montelena is known for its 1973 Chardonnay — yes, the one that beat out some of France’s best bottles in the 1976 Judgment of Paris. But the winery is more than just a moment in time, it’s part of the fabric of American wine history. So it makes sense the estate would also make a great Zinfandel. The nose features elegant waves of cranberry and blueberry fruits with the slightest hints of citrus peel and pepper. The mouthfeel is savory and soft with a slight tannic frame. Elegant. Historic. Delicious.
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