Pinot Noir

[wondersofwine]

I would say that the Rancho Zabaco Zinfandels (above the Dancing Bull level) are quite good. I like the Rancho Zabaco Sonoma Heritage Zinfandel in its price range and liked the Rancho Zabaco Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel even better (tasted it at a D.C. hotel). I had not been able to find the Rancho Zabaco Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel locally but talked to a Gallo distributor who is going to get three bottles for me. I have also heard compliments for the Frei Ranch and Barelli Creek Zinfandels from Gallo but have not tried them.
Turning Leaf and some of the other Gallo brands are introductory level, grocery store wines more than what you would find in a fine wine shop, but they do have a place in the market and some following among consumers.