The Zin Masters

Five vintners who have mastered this mysterious grape and helped it gain international acclaim
James Laube
Posted: May 24, 2004

  A cluster of Zinfandel grapes ready to be made into California's distinctive red.     California Zinfandels to Buy Now       Winery profiles:       Ridge       Ravenswood       Turley       Seghesio       Rosenblum       Also:       Zinfandel's Big Question While 2001 does shine, how ripe is too ripe?       Six Zinfandels for $25 or Less Enjoy these spicy California reds at attractive prices       Those who know Zinfandel best believe that it deserves a place at the table among the greatest wine varieties.

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