Grayson Cellars Zinfandel
California Zinfandel, French oak, family owned since 2003.
The story behind Grayson Cellars
Mike and Kathleen O'Connell founded Grayson Cellars in 2003, and the family still runs it with their two sons. The grapes come from California growing regions including Lodi, and the wine is made in Napa Valley under veteran winemaker Larry Levin, a UC Davis enology graduate.
What separates Grayson Cellars Zinfandel at this price is the barrel: 100% French oak, where most California Zinfandel near ten dollars settles for American oak. The house also keeps its small-lot tradition alive with distinct Lot numbers on each run. Wine Enthusiast has handed the brand consecutive Best Buy ratings for over 20 years.
Explore the Grayson Cellars range
Four everyday California varietals from the same family house, all under twelve dollars, all made in Napa Valley. The Zinfandel is the one to start with.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grayson Cellars Zinfandel 750mL | Red, 100% Zinfandel | 13.5% to 14.5% ABV by vintage | Raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, black pepper, bacon, vanilla |
| Grayson Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL | Red, Cabernet Sauvignon | Vintage varies | Dark fruit, soft tannin, easy weeknight pour |
| Grayson Cellars Merlot 750mL | Red, Merlot | Vintage varies | Plum and cherry, rounded, low grip |
| Grayson Cellars Chardonnay 750mL | White, Chardonnay | Vintage varies | Orchard fruit, gentle oak, by-the-glass friendly |
| Grayson Cellars Pinot Noir 750mL | Red, Pinot Noir | Vintage varies | Bright red cherry, light body, food flexible |
Which Grayson Cellars is right for you?
Grayson Cellars Zinfandel runs $9.99 for the 750mL, and the Cabernet Sauvignon is $11.99. That is the whole point of the label: French oak and Napa Valley winemaking at a price that does not ask you to think twice. Buy Grayson Cellars online here, or walk in and grab it off the shelf. We have sold this brand for years because it overdelivers for the money, and our customers keep coming back to it for barbecue season and Tuesday nights alike.
Fruit-forward and low tannin, built for ribs, burgers and smoked meat.
A $11.99 California Cab that does not taste like a compromise.
Crowd-pleasing white at $9.99, easy to pour for a full table.