Zinfandel
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 7 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Barbecued pork ribs, grilled sausages, aged cheddar cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' Zinfandel is a testament to the diverse microclimates of Monterey County. While the northern reaches of the Salinas Valley are chilled by the marine winds of Monterey Bay, traveling south reveals pockets of intense warmth. In these sun-drenched southern estate vineyards, protected from the harshest coastal drafts, the heritage Zinfandel grape thrives. Scheid crafts this wine to showcase the classic, robust character of the variety, balancing rich, jammy dark fruit flavors with a distinct thread of acidity gifted by the region's dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. The vines are sustainably farmed, utilizing the estate's wind-powered winery to produce a wine that honors both California's winemaking history and modern environmental stewardship.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Zinfandel