| Rating | 93 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Zinfandel |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Appellation |
Sonoma County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $48.00 |
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| Reviewed | 2026-10-20 |
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Merlot , Zinfandel
Porter-Bass Estate Zinfandel ‘Dot’s Garden’ Russian River Valley 2020 Review
In 1980, the Bass family bought a run-down property in Guerneville, Calif that dates back to the 1800s. On the property was a small block of old Zinfandel vines. Their idea of an industrial farm took a turn, and they became winemakers, saving this America-ancient plot, now called “Dot’s Garden.” This wine opens with wild berries, leather, and soil on the nose. The palate is light, with a fading tannic frame and a soft, medium-fruited core.
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