Robert Biale Party Line Zinfandel 2023

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Robert Biale
Label Name:
 
Party Line Zinfandel
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
California - North Coast (Solano, Contra Costa, Lake, Sonoma counties)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.8%
Grape(s):
 
Zinfandel
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 92 (Tim Fish); James Suckling 92; Wine Advocate (Joe Czerwinski/RP) 88; Ken's Wine Guide 92; Zinfandel Chronicles 92. Wine Spectator notes 3,300 cases made; recommended drinking: now–2033

Tasting Note
Vibrant cranberry, raspberry, clove and white pepper aromas; palate of strawberry, Bing cherry, pomegranate and dried herbs. Fresh acidity, supple tannins, medium-plus body and a long, lingering finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled/roasted meats, barbecue ribs, burgers, meatloaf, pizza, roasted lamb, charcuterie. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Cantonese char siu, hoisin pork, spicy Szechuan pork or noodle dishes, teriyaki chicken.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested fruit; 2–4 day cold soak; open‑top fermentation with regular punch‑downs; native yeast fermentation; aged ~9–10 months in French oak (≈10% new).

Vineyard Info
Robert Biale Vineyards: a family that has farmed Zinfandel since the 1930s; winery founded in 1991, focused on sourcing heritage Zinfandel from multi‑generation family growers across California.