30 Degrees Zinfandel
California Zinfandel, named for the 30 degree night drop.
The story behind 30 Degrees
The name is the whole story. In Lodi and the Central Coast, summer days bake the grapes into concentrated sugar, then the mercury falls about 30 degrees after dark, and that swing keeps the acidity intact. 30 Degrees built a label around that viticultural fact, and Zinfandel is the grape that shows it best. Zinfandel itself came to California during the 1850s Gold Rush by way of Croatia, where it is called Tribidrag, and Italy, where it is Primitivo.
The wine is dry, medium to full bodied, and aged in seasoned oak so the wood never crowds the fruit. We have poured this for Long Island backyard cooks for years because it behaves like a wine twice its price.
Explore the 30 Degrees range
The 30 Degrees lineup is short and honest: four California varietals, all built for the table rather than the tasting sheet. Here is how they line up.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Degrees Zinfandel | Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi | 13.5% ABV | Dry, jammy dark cherry, soft tannin, smoky finish |
| 30 Degrees Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Sauvignon, California | 13.5% to 14% ABV | Blackcurrant, cocoa, rounded tannin, easy finish |
| 30 Degrees Merlot | Merlot, California | 13.5% ABV | Plum, soft spice, low grip, crowd-friendly |
| 30 Degrees Chardonnay | Chardonnay, California | 13.5% ABV | Apple, light oak, medium body, clean finish |
Which 30 Degrees is right for you?
The 30 Degrees Zinfandel 750mL runs $12.98, and the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay each sit at $13.98. That is the entire range, and it is priced so you can keep a bottle open on a Tuesday without thinking about it. Stock moves quickly and vintages rotate, so call the Commack store at (631) 343-7200 to confirm what is on the shelf today before you drive over. Buy 30 Degrees Zinfandel online when it shows in stock, or ask us to hold a bottle for curbside pickup.
Smoke and dark cherry stand up to ribs, burgers, and a hot grill.
Soft tannin and a smooth finish at 13.5% to 14%, no decanting drama.
Light oak and apple keep a mixed crowd happy at $13.98 a bottle.
30 Degrees cocktails and pairings
Serve the Zinfandel at 60 to 65 degrees, about an hour out of the fridge, in a wide glass. Give it ten minutes to breathe.