“Always one of California’s finest Zinfandels, the new Aida Estate is another powerhouse. Aromas of freshly baked berry pie and spicy sangria lead the way into a full-bodied, fruit-driven palate carried by Napa Cabernet-like structure. This is a decadent wine, but one with balance and elegance to spare. Impressive. Enjoy now through 2025.” – September 2022

Vineyard 29 Winery

In 1989, Teresa Norton and Tom Paine came to Napa Valley to retire – a dream that was
quickly replaced by another when they learned their estate was prime cabernet
sauvignon territory. In a matter of weeks, they were putting in a 3-acre vineyard under
the watchful eye of lauded vineyard manager David Abreu and, within a year, planting
cuttings from neighbors, Grace Family Vineyards. The first release in 1992 was warmly
received by press and public alike. Chuck and Anne McMinn acquired Vineyard 29 in 2000 and began its evolution from a
single vineyard to a full scale winery.

The turn of the century ushered in the next phase of Vineyard 29. Along with the
Vineyard 29 property, Chuck and Anne acquired the historic Aida vineyard in 2000 as a
perfect complement to the Vineyard 29 site for expansion of the winery’s portfolio. With
a new, state-of-the-art winemaking facility, and the unquestionable skill of winemaker
Philippe Melka, all the pieces were in place for Chuck and Anne to lead Vineyard 29 to a
new and exciting level of winemaking.

This “Aida” vineyard was the original home of Turley’s most renowned
Zins until Vineyard 29 snagged the rights to these historic, 50 year old vines, a
particularly ironic fact given that this vineyard is across the street from Larry Turley’s
private residence! Serious Zin lovers will adore this nectar because it’s even more
decadent, complex, age-worthy (and Rare!) than Turley.