Peachy Canyon 2022 "Westside" Zinfandel, Paso Robles

Peachy Canyon’s 2022 Westside Zinfandel shows why Zinfandel is the heartbeat of Paso Robles. It greets you with ripe black cherry, vanilla bean, and a touch of anise—rich but refined. Beneath it lies clay-scented earth and a cloak of spice redolent of cracked black pepper and leather. It’s structured, not overripe. 

The form is as essential as the fruit. This wine threads power with finesse—velvety tannins glide over the palate, gently lifted by Cali’s broad brush of warmth. The finish whispers plum and dusty herbs; it’s rich without feeling heavy. 

What pulls it together is Peachy Canyon’s legacy. One of Paso Robles’s foundational family producers, they’ve been crafting terroir-driven Zinfandels since 1988. Their Westside bottling—part of a broader portfolio that ranges from elegant to fruit-forward—is a consistent marker of the region’s identity. 

This Zin doesn’t demand the spotlight—it holds your attention quietly. It’s perfect for slow dinners and warm evenings: think grilled sausages over campfire coals or aged cheddar by candlelight. It’s bramble-forward California Zin that still feels deliberate, not decadent.

Westside is Zinfandel where place meets poise.