Bedrock Wine Co. Katusha’s Vineyard Zinfandel Lodi 2023

Whether you’re a longtime Bedrock devotee or a newcomer to Morgan Twain-Peterson’s mission of rehabilitating California’s viticultural history, the 2023 Katusha’s Vineyard Zinfandel is a bottle that demands a seat at your table.

Sourced from own-rooted vines planted way back in 1915, this is Lodi Zinfandel stripped of the jam-bomb stereotypes and dressed in pure, high-definition silk.

The 2023 vintage is a standout for its tension and perfume. While Lodi is famous for generosity, Bedrock’s non-till, regenerative farming has coaxed out a level of freshness that feels almost weightless. It pours a vibrant ruby-magenta, jumping out of the glass with high-toned notes of wildflower, blood orange, and black raspberry.

On the palate, it’s a beautiful contradiction: concentrated and spicy, yet driven by a streak of acidity that keeps the fruit cinched and lively. You’ll find layers of plum, licorice, and rooibos tea, all supported by finely coiled tannins that suggest this beautiful monster will evolve gracefully over the next decade.