Maitre de Chai Stampede Clements Hills Zinfandel 2023 Rated 93VM

VinoUS Media Review
Rated 93
The 2023 Zinfandel Stampede Vineyard is a powerful, deep wine. Varietal notes are dialed up to the maximum in this rich, heady red. Small berries in a late-ripening vintage yielded an unusually dense Zinfandel for this vineyard on the eastern edge of Lodi.

Maitre de Chai Stampede Clements Hills Zinfandel 2023

A vibrant, site-driven Zinfandel, Maitre de Chai Stampede 2023 captures the energy, spice, and red-fruited brightness of Clements Hills with MDC's signature restraint and purity.
Fresh, lifted, and beautifully textured, it's a modern, terroir-focused take on California Zin.

Key Details

• Producer: Maitre de Chai
• Vineyard: Stampede Vineyard
• Region: Clements Hills, Lodi, California
• Varietal: Zinfandel
• ABV: 14.5%
• Style: Fresh, spicy, minimal-intervention Zinfandel

Tasting Notes

• Red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry
• White pepper, baking spice, and subtle earth
• Bright acidity with fine, gentle tannins
• Juicy, lifted finish with vineyard-driven freshness

Profile & Craft

• Old-vine Zinfandel from sandy soils
• Native yeast fermentation and minimal intervention
• Gentle extraction for purity and balance
• A refined, energetic expression of Clements Hills terroir

Serving & Pairing

• Serve slightly chilled or at cellar temperature
• Pairs with BBQ, pizza, roasted vegetables, and charcuterie
• Great for casual dinners and natural-leaning wine gatherings
• A lively, food-friendly Zinfandel suited for everyday enjoyment