Testimonials

As proud as we are about the quality wines we produce here at Peirano Estate, it’s gratifying to see this kind of feed back from our customers-

On our 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel-

“We loved you old vine zin!!!”

                                                                        J. C. H., from California, via email

“I had you old vine 97 Zin and it is wonderful”

                                                                        J.H.W., from Metro D.C., via email

On our 1998 Shiraz-

“I was very impressed with wine’s more “Cote Rotie” quality of elegance and finesse instead of the blockbuster style of Shiraz so popular now. I tasted richness and balance and earthy flair from this one which was just wonderful. The aftertaste was also quit long and complex in my humble opinion! Anyway, I am grateful to you for providing such an interesting and carefully-made wines.”

                                                                        J.H., via email

On our 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-

“Some friends recently brought over a bottle of Peirano… and we loved it… happen to have any more of that…”

                                                                        D.G. from Vermont, via email

On our 1998 Primo Zinfandel-

“…I would like to get a couple of cases.”

                                                                        R.W. from Virginia, via email

“…My first bottle of yours- smooth and light of pepper”

                                                                        R.L.S. from New Jersey*

“A beautiful wine…we love it…”

                                                                        B.D.L. from New York*

“Absolutely zinful! A mix of spice and plum- yummy!”

                                                                        Z.N. from California*

“Superb. Best we’ve had…”

                                                                        M. & S. B. from Wisconsin*

“… I loved that Zin…”

                                                                    D.M.W. from Massachusetts, via email

On our 1999 Viognier-

“I recently had more of your wine, this time your 99 Viognier, and thought it was great!”

                                                                        W.C., from San Jose, CA, via email

On our 1998 Chardonnay-

“The taste and finish of a very expensive Chardonnay. The best value of any white wine available!”

                                                                        P.H. from Ohio*

“This went well with pork picata!”

                                                                        J.M.D. from Florida*

“Warm color and smooth taste after the first sip. We truly enjoyed this white…”

                                                                        D.C. from Virginia*

Fresh, easy to drink. All around wonderful!

                                                                        L.A. from New York*

“What a wonderful surprise from Lodi! This was a great introduction…”

                                                                        B.C. from California*

And then there are the wine writers, who have been most kind in their praises of Peirano Estate’s wines-

On our “Old Vine” Zinfandel-

“… enjoying the view over the drowsy vineyard, I savored the distinctive and unusual aromas of black tea, allspice, nutmeg, and ripe purple plums. With such exotic aromas, I wondered what it would taste like. It was full-bodied and richly flavored with black currants and ripe purple plums, and perhaps a hint of dried apricots and prunes, along with the black tea and spices. The exotic aromas and flavors of black tea and nutmeg especially struck me, which, combined with the plums and currants, provided a completely new Zinfandel experience.

… A truly distinctive Zinfandel- and positively bewitching in its exotic combination of flavors and aromas.”

                                                                        Rhoda Stewart, from her book

                                                                        A Zinfandel Odyssey

“… When Lance decided not to bulldoze the Zin vines, Zinfandel was just becoming popular, and he knew his old, naturally rooted vines would add character to his wine. UC Davis also agreed the vines were special. They designated Peirano’s unique Zin vineyard as a Heritage Block, and they took cuttings to propagate it for the future.”

                                                                        California Wine Club’s newsletter

                                                                        “UNCORKED”

“A great value in Zinfandel, this warm climate wine, unfiltered and made from century-old vines, is filled with the ripe berry fruit that only sunshine can produce…Rating- 91”

                                                                        Wine Enthusiast Magazine

“If you like your zins a bit more refined, consider Peirano 1997 ‘Old Vine, Lodi’”                                                                                      John Vankat, Cincinnati Enquirer

One of the “Zinfandels to seek out” for Thanksgiving

                                                                        Amy Albert, Fine Cooking Magazine

On our 1998 “Six Clones Merlot-

“Plum, currant rhubarb pie and smoke aromas lead to a softly fruity, gentle wine in the mouth. The flavors of wild berries and tree fruits are wrapped in velvety smooth tannins. A supple, easy-drinking wine. Best Buy.”

                                                                        Wine Enthusiast Magazine

On our 1998 Shiraz-

“slightly creamy, rounded, spicy, cherry and red berry fruit flavors with notes of vanilla…recommended.”

                                                                        California Grapevine Magazine

The value of our wines have also been highly touted by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, which has given “Best Buy” recommendations to-

1999 Sauvignon Blanc

1998 “Six Clones” Merlot

1999 Cabernet Sauvignon

1998 Shiraz

1997 “Old Vine” Zinfandel

Find out what all the talk is about- order some Peirano Estate wine today. Simply click on the Order Wine link, by phone at 209-369-9463, or by mail [Peirano Estate Vineyards, 21831 North Highway 99, Acampo, CA 95220].