Primitivo Mendocino County is a red produced by Stone's Throw Winery in Mendocino County, Mendocino County, United States. Made from Zinfandel. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Mendocino County
Region: Mendocino County
Country: United States
Grapes: Zinfandel
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: full-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
This Mendocino Primitivo — a name often used interchangeably with Zinfandel — shows the warm, blackberry jam and dried fruit character you'd expect from the grape in California's inland-influenced valleys. It's full-bodied and approachable, with soft tannins, notes of black pepper and baking spice, and enough structure to hold up to hearty food without demanding it. A straightforward, crowd-pleasing red that drinks well on its own or alongside robust, savory dishes.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Zinfandel
Zinfandel is a red grape genetically identical to Croatia's Tribidrag (or Crljenak) and to southern Italy's Primitivo, though it became an icon in California.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Primitivo Mendocino County from?
Primitivo Mendocino County is produced by Stone's Throw Winery in Mendocino County, Mendocino County, United States.
What grapes are in Primitivo Mendocino County?
Primitivo Mendocino County is made from Zinfandel.