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Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel

Carnivor Wines · California · United States

90 pts · Wine Enthusiast
$10.99
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Why it’s a great value

It carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25.

Taste profile

SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense

* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.

What it tastes like

Ripe blackberry and dark cherry with caramel, mocha, vanilla-toned oak and a plush finish.

You’ll like this if…

Choose this if you like jammy California reds, Zinfandel blends, or smoother Cabernet-style reds with noticeable oak.

Why buy it

A bold, fruit-forward red built for steaks, burgers and barbecue at an everyday price point.

Best for

Shoppers who want a plush, full-bodied California red for grilled or smoky foods.

Style

Full-bodied, dark-fruited, oak-accented California Zinfandel blend.

Drinks like

Jammy California Zinfandel, ripe Primitivo, smooth California red blends, fruit-forward Cabernet blends.

Experience level

Beginner-friendly; bold and easy to read, with enough richness for fans of ripe California Zinfandel.

Flavor notes

Fruitblackberrydark cherryblack currantblueberryboysenberry
Floraldried florals
Oaktoasted oakvanilla creamtoasted almond
Spicecardamomcinnamonblack pepperbaking spice
Othercaramelmochadark chocolatecoffee

Pairs well with

Beef: Beef burgers(winery pick) · Steak sandwiches(winery pick)

Cheese: Aged cheddar or smoked Gouda

Best occasions

backyard grillingburger nightcasual steak dinnergame-day barbecuebold red by the glass

Serving & enjoying

Serving temperature:
60-65°F
Decanting:
15-20 minutes optional; use a brief decant to soften oak and let the dark fruit open.
Glassware:
Large red wine glass or universal red glass.
Drink or cellar:
Enjoy on release/current shelf rather than cellaring long term.
After opening:
Recork and refrigerate; best within 2-3 days.

Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.

About this wine

Carnivor Zinfandel is a bold, smooth California red with ripe blackberry, dark cherry, caramel or mocha notes and toasted oak. Full-bodied and plush, it is an easy match for burgers, steak sandwiches, grilled steak and barbecue.

Wine details

Type
red
Varietal
Zinfandel
Grapes
88% Zinfandel, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% other wines
Producer
Carnivor Wines
Country
United States
Region
California
Appellation
California
Bottle size
750 Ml

Details last verified September 25, 2026

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Winemaking details ›
Winemaker:
Debbie Juergenson, according to retailer-supplied product information.
Vineyard source:
A large portion of the fruit is stated by retailer-supplied product information to come from premier vineyards in Lodi, within California.
Vessel:
Retailer-supplied product information states warm fermentation with selected aromatic yeast strains.
About the winery · Carnivor Wines ›

Carnivor is a California wine brand focused on full-bodied red wines built around bold flavors and a smooth finish. Its own brand messaging positions the wines as partners for red meat, especially burgers, steak and grilled cuts. The Carnivor trademark is registered to E. & J. Gallo Winery, and the brand site lists Modesto, California. For this Zinfandel, the official product page emphasizes blackberry, caramel and toasted oak in a smooth California red.

Critic reviews

90/100Wine Enthusiast

“Blackberry jam, dark chocolate, coffee and vanilla cream with silky tannins and a dry finish.”

Reviewed: Carnivor 2021 Zinfandel (California) (2021) — Tonya Pitts, 2024-05-01 · source

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel dry or sweet?
Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
What does Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel taste like?
Ripe blackberry and dark cherry with caramel, mocha, vanilla-toned oak and a plush finish.
What food pairs with Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel?
It pairs well with Beef burgers, Steak sandwiches, Grilled steak or mixed grilled meats, BBQ ribs or brisket with a smoky-sweet sauce and Aged cheddar or smoked Gouda.
How should I serve Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel?
Serve at 60-65°F. 15-20 minutes optional; use a brief decant to soften oak and let the dark fruit open. Glass: Large red wine glass or universal red glass.
Is Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel a good value?
At $10.99 it carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Carnivor Wines Carnivore Zinfandel?
750 ml bottle.