2023 Brown Estate Vineyards Zinfandel Napa Valley

WS92 Zesty and vibrant yet slightly brooding at the core, with expressive flavors of blackberry and cherry highlighted by licorice and fruitcake spices as this builds structure toward full-bodied tannins. Drink now through 2032.

WA91 Brown Estate’s 2023 Zinfandel boasts a harmonious mix of berries on the nose, ranging from cherries and raspberries into slightly darker tones of blackberries. There are subtle hints of dusty earth and dried spices as well, bringing added complexity to the table. From the family’s holdings in Chiles Valley, it’s a medium- to full-bodied, nicely balanced example of the variety, with soft tannins and a bright, mouthwatering finish. Despite the wine’s youth, buyers may wish to decant the wine ahead of service, as it has already thrown considerable sediment. 100% Zinfandel.