Abounding with an array of black currants, fig jam, and ripe plums, this brambly Zinfandel is a delight to the senses. Cinnamon and sweet tobacco are woven together with an underlying essence of white pepper and wood spice. Silky, well-balanced tannins support the mid-palate, while a refreshing lift of bright acidity completes the package.
Vineyard Notes
Originally settled by an Italian family in the late 1800’s, Grist Vineyard is now owned by Sonoma County’s Hambrecht family. This Dry Creek Valley property is on the northwestern slope of Bradford Mountain at an elevation of 1,000 feet. The volcanic, red soils- Boomer loam and Stonyford loam - are reminiscent of Tuscany’s terra rosa. We source Zinfandel fruit from 30 of the 51 total acres, which were planted in 1974. Though there is some debate, the zinfandel vines are thought to be from the “mother” blocks planted in 1900, the Hambrect/Mead Atlas Peak clones.
Specs
Vintage: 2019
Varietal: Zinfandel
Appellation: Dry Creek Valley
Vineyard: Grist Vineyard
Alcohol: 14.5%
What’s Included
3-bottles:
3x 2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel
Case:
12x 2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel
Price Comparison
No longer for sale on winery website, $660/case MSRP
Our story begins in the Russian River Valley, where Gary Farrell made his first wines on handshake deals with the region’s iconic growers - Rochioli, Allen, Bacigalupi - who captured the wonders of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Today, our odyssey is no different. We begin and end in the vineyard, searching for the exceptional and sharing that with you.
We believe that great wine begins in the vineyard. That’s why we partner with some of the most iconic and esteemed growers in the area, sourcing grapes from premier vineyards to create wines of unparalleled quality and complexity.
Our dedication to excellence extends beyond the bottle. We believe that the true essence of wine lies in the stories it tells and the experiences it creates. We invite you to join us on a journey through our single vineyard and appellation wines; where every sip is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and flavor of the Russian River Valley.
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How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel - $45 = 12.49%
@user33071884 it’s excellent. Solidly a 92- 93. It’s a little beyond my price range to grab some more right now, but I hope to grab some more the next time this offer pops up. I think I like it more than their Pinot Noir.
@mattig88 Sorry for the delay, I have been traveling. Sure, I just don’t know when I will be down that way. Maybe we can find a few more good cases and do a few at a time?
2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel
93 points–Best of the Year ~ Wine Enthusiast
Tasting Notes
Vineyard Notes
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
No longer for sale on winery website, $660/case MSRP
About The Winery
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Monday, May 12 - Wednesday, May 14
2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel
3 bottles for $89.99 $30/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $314.99 $26.25/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
Previous offer:
1/8/25
Ooo, black tie…on a Saturday
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
2019 Gary Farrell Grist Vineyard Zinfandel - $45 = 12.49%
I’ve had a Pinot from Farrell, haven’t seen their Zin before. Wondering…Rats?
@WkdPanda A couple of rats in that previous offer
I have this from a mystery case but haven’t tried it yet and weirdly almost opened it last night.
@CorTot do it!
@CorTot @losthighwayz unofficial rat! Go for it.
Grist vineyard is legendary for zin
I’m very tempted even though our zin consumption has dwindled lately in favor of Pinot and cool climate Rhône’s
I still have 3 bottles from the last offering that I haven’t cracked into yet. The Pinot Noir is very good.
@user33071884 it’s excellent. Solidly a 92- 93. It’s a little beyond my price range to grab some more right now, but I hope to grab some more the next time this offer pops up. I think I like it more than their Pinot Noir.
@nel250 LMK if you’d like to split, I bought the case.
@mattig88 Sorry for the delay, I have been traveling. Sure, I just don’t know when I will be down that way. Maybe we can find a few more good cases and do a few at a time?
@Nel250 That works. If nothing else comes up, we can always meet halfway when they come in.
/giphy distrustful-abrupt-gerbil
@mattig88 Anybody else notice that in the giphy, the banner on the table says “Labrat”? Well Ok, DJ Labrat.