The sunny Lodi winegrowing region is known for its production of Old Vine Zinfandel – a jammy wine that pairs well with spicy, grilled summer meats and vegetables. This year’s annual ZinFest Wine Festival featured 50 Lodi wineries, 100 degree temperatures and a relaxed atmosphere.
Two of our favorites wineries were most certainly pouring – D’Art and Macchia. Dave and Helen Dart make one of our favorite Lodi wines – an award-winning rich and full-flavored Tempranillo, and Macchia’s Zins never let us down.
Wine lovers had the opportunity to sample many Lodi wines, enjoy live music and even attend a wine and cooking school.
The heat didn’t keep the crowds away, but it sure was nice to kick back and enjoy a ride around the lake back to the parking lot.
If you’ve never been, mark your calendars for next year’s Lodi ZinFest and just maybe it won’t be quite as hot.
sacfhoodies says
This looks so fun – just another reminder of how lucky we are to live in California and enjoy all the great food and wine that comes along with it!