Harvest Moon 2009 RandyZin 6-Pack
$69.99 (Normally $150.00) 53% off List Price
Harvest Moon 2009 RandyZin
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I visited the winery a while back and purchased a 2007 RandyZin or three that the winemaker signed. I really liked the casual, fun vibe of the tasting room. The 2007 was quite nice. I still have a bottle to open.

The CT reviews are a bit off putting. I would love a labrat report. Could be the difference.

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I don't think I've ever had a Zin with Sangiovese. Now that sounds like something worth taking a flyer on.

Got these in a previous June 2011 Harvest Moon mixed lot nearly a year ago to the day from an earlier woot. Just had the first the two the RandyZin in the lot back in March but failed to enter tasting notes, which if it were plonk, I would have noted. Still the same price/bottle. Have enjoyed all the Harvest Moon purchases. That 73 on CT is crazy, no green pepper in this. Gonna get me some more.

RandyZin is one of my go-to wines. Always stellar, an excellent Zin-based blend. Living in SF with many friends who are serious wine people, I've unflinchingly served RandyZin at dinners and it's never failed to pleasantly surprise folks. It drinks like a far more expensive wine. I bought a case of the 2009 last fall and I've almost depleted it. I'm definitely restocking - this price is better than the wine club discount!

todd999430 wrote:I visited the winery a while back and purchased a 2007 RandyZin or three that the winemaker signed. I really liked the casual, fun vibe of the tasting room. The 2007 was quite nice. I still have a bottle to open.

The CT reviews are a bit off putting. I would love a labrat report. Could be the difference.

Also, just hit 100 woots, according to the "my account" feature. Sadly, it was for the kid socks. This is what my life has become.

I was just there again last week. I bought some wine and am shocked at this incredibly low price. This is one of the best offerings Ive seen on Woot. Bottle Barn can't come close to beating this.

Any thoughts on what kind of food would go well with this?

I got this with the Harvest Moon case. My notes were limited.

I recall this wine being pleasant and fruity, decent with barbeque but overall unremarkable. For $12.50/bottle shipped, you could certainly do much worse.

The best wine in that case I believe was the estate Zinfandel. Randy(The winemaker's) hallmark, I believe is non-over-the-top-wines. He seems to generally aim for more subtlety in his Zins.

The Pinot was decent as well.

Hope that helps.

rlmanzo wrote:I got this with the Harvest Moon case. My notes were limited.

I recall this wine being pleasant and fruity, decent with barbeque but overall unremarkable. For $12.50/bottle shipped, you could certainly do much worse.

The best wine in that case I believe was the estate Zinfandel. Randy(The winemaker's) hallmark, I believe is non-over-the-top-wines. He seems to generally aim for more subtlety in his Zins.

The Pinot was decent as well.

Hope that helps.

This should help.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOCdLRC-bGw

From the (very limited) tasting notes provided by Woot, this sounds like the syrupy, slightly sweet variety Zin. Can anyone confirm or deny?

I visited the winery in 2010 and this is one of the bottles I brought home. I opened in recently but don't keep tasting notes - I just sit back and enjoy. I'm certain, though, that it was better than average, and remember thinking the price at the winery was very reasonable. This is a great deal - I've ordered a case.
Our party also enjoyed the vibe at the winery. Randy did our tasting, and he was very willing to share his experience and philosophy. He even posed for a photo with us. I plan to stop in again when we we're out that way this fall.

Woot Bot looks like what would happen if The Umbrella Corporation got a hold of the green M&M.

synchrodan wrote:From the (very limited) tasting notes provided by Woot, this sounds like the syrupy, slightly sweet variety Zin. Can anyone confirm or deny?

whoh... This is certainly NOT the syrupy, sweet zin style. This wine clocked in at a mere 14.00 % alc (which is low for zin) and is quite dry.. In fact, the syrah I blended in was a tannic, very structured syrah which, in my opinion, made this blend much more serious than the fun label denotes AND deviates a bit from my desire to make the RandyZin more of a easy drinker. This one goes down very well, however it is structured (tannic) to be sure. I'd drink 1/2 of them this summer and the second half next spring. Thanks.

nyranger1 wrote:Any thoughts on what kind of food would go well with this?

Because I put more syrah in this blend than usual, this zin is the classic BBQ zin. The pepper, berry and spice in the zin, coupled with the racy acidity of the sangio and the smoky, cloves and structure from the syrah all come together in a wine you'd want at your next BBQ.

Infernal vacations ! Can't be around to sign for this. Looks to be right up my aaley to.

rayeverettchurch wrote:RandyZin is one of my go-to wines. Always stellar, an excellent Zin-based blend. Living in SF with many friends who are serious wine people, I've unflinchingly served RandyZin at dinners and it's never failed to pleasantly surprise folks. It drinks like a far more expensive wine. I bought a case of the 2009 last fall and I've almost depleted it. I'm definitely restocking - this price is better than the wine club discount!

Thanks for the kind comment Ray. Don't worry, I'll pay extra attention to you (and your future discount) upon your next visit!;)

randyzin wrote:Because I put more syrah in this blend than usual, this zin is the classic BBQ zin. The pepper, berry and spice in the zin, coupled with the racy acidity of the sangio and the smoky, cloves and structure from the syrah all come together in a wine you'd want at your next BBQ.

Thank you for the headsup, that clinches it for me, in for one.

PS I LOVE Cali Zins anyway, especially ones with a little extra goodness from sangio. Thanks for the details.

Hi Randy:

I thought I read somewhere recently that either a) this winery had been sold or b) that your wine was being liquidated for some reason. Am I corect or just plain loco? If neither is correct, what Sonoma AVA are the grapes for the zin sourced from? I am a big fan of Dry Creek Valley and RRV Zins so a bit curious. Finally, would you say this Zin is jammy (ina good way). Thanks!

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parkermc wrote:I don't think I've ever had a Zin with Sangiovese. Now that sounds like something worth taking a flyer on.

ABSOLUTELY!!! A few years back I was lucky enough to have a 50-50 blend of Zin and Sangiovese from Amador County called "Zin-giovese", but I can't remember winery name. Wonderful stuff, I tasted and bought a case and went great with any red sauce. This sounds even better with the inclusion of Syrah for the smoky BBQ match---in for 1.

losthighwayz wrote:Hi Randy:

I thought I read somewhere recently that either a) this winery had been sold or b) that your wine was being liquidated for some reason. Am I corect or just plain loco? If neither is correct, what Sonoma AVA are the grapes for the zin sourced from? I am a big fan of Dry Creek Valley and RRV Zins so a bit curious. Finally, would you say this Zin is jammy (ina good way). Thanks!

Hi,

Harvest Moon is not for sale nor has it ever been. There's lots of "harvest" and "moon" in many labels so it is possible for confusion to occur. RRV zin is really nothing like dry creek sins. It's much hotter up north in dry creek so they lose the natural acidity much more than in the foggy am's of the RRV. Racy, juicy, tart cran and raspberries vs the overt jammy profiles of the dry creek. The randy zin comes from all RRV zin with Sangiovese from Alexander valley and the Sarah came from the riebli valley area. There's a ton of pepper and fruit in this zin however jammy isn't a word to describE my zins. Explore! Cheers

randyzin wrote:Because I put more syrah in this blend than usual, this zin is the classic BBQ zin. The pepper, berry and spice in the zin, coupled with the racy acidity of the sangio and the smoky, cloves and structure from the syrah all come together in a wine you'd want at your next BBQ.

I hope this is as good as you make it sound! Oh well, I've got nothing to lose, my pals at work will take as many as I'm willing to part with. I'll give it a whirl.

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randyzin wrote:Hi,

Harvest Moon is not for sale nor has it ever been. There's lots of "harvest" and "moon" in many labels so it is possible for confusion to occur. Explore! Cheers

Wondering if he may be thinking of Moon Mountain that is undergoing many changes and have had their wines pop-up on many sites...

BTW Randy,
In for one, really enjoyed the sampler you put up here last year that included this Zin.

Also, Harvest Moon, such a beautiful song. A terrific movie as well.

randyzin wrote:Hi,

Harvest Moon is not for sale nor has it ever been. There's lots of "harvest" and "moon" in many labels so it is possible for confusion to occur.

pretty sure he was thinking of Moon Mountain

InFrom wrote:Also, Harvest Moon, such a beautiful song. A terrific movie as well.

Thanks for sharing that! I forgot how nice the song is. Sure beats the stuff that is coming out today (wow, I sound like my parents did!).

emccarl wrote:Thanks for sharing that! I forgot how nice the song is. Sure beats the stuff that is coming out today (wow, I sound like my parents did!).

Not to completely derail the conversation, but you shouldn't paint "the stuff that is coming out today" with such a broad brush. Keep looking, you'll find something you like.

rjquillin wrote:Wondering if he may be thinking of Moon Mountain that is undergoing many changes and have had their wines pop-up on many sites...

BTW Randy,
In for one, really enjoyed the sampler you put up here last year that included this Zin.

Yup! Moon mountain. Thanks!

chipgreen wrote:pretty sure he was thinking of Moon Mountain

Totally was! Thanks for clarifying. Now its time to debate whether i should go in or not? Sounds like a in that needs food vs a dry creek zin that can be had w/o food. I enjoy both but kinda in the mood for the latter

losthighwayz wrote:Totally was! Thanks for clarifying. Now its time to debate whether i should go in or not? Sounds like a in that needs food vs a dry creek zin that can be had w/o food. I enjoy both but kinda in the mood for the latter

It is certainly nice to explore and have different styled zins in your cellar... The great thing about my zins is they cellar for a very looooong time. And that is a rarity for zin. Good luck.

randyzin wrote:It is certainly nice to explore and have different styled zins in your cellar... The great thing about my zins is they cellar for a very looooong time. And that is a rarity for zin. Good luck.

how loooooong ???

in for one.

edoursler wrote:how loooooong ???

in for one.

4-6 years from now
easy based on grape/wood tannin and Harvest Moon's well-known acidic backbone.

Mine arrived yesterday. I tried a glass at room temperature and have to say I was a bit put off by the acidity - I wasn't expecting it, it was nothing like the description.
I've since put the open bottle in the cooler and am hoping the chill will help.
Can anyone tell me if they serve this chilled or room temperature?

So, I guess you stop answering once we've purchased the wine and received it??