The 2023 Lamborn R.W. Moore Vineyard Zinfandel emphatically shows why Napa Valley Zinfandel deserves more attention. From a vineyard planted well before Cabernet Sauvignon became the valley's calling card, Chelsea Barrett has crafted a wine that feels both timeless and thoroughly modern, with the kind of poise and layered complexity that keeps drawing you back to the glass. R.W. Moore has earned its status as one of California’s benchmark Zinfandel vineyards not simply because it’s old, but because it consistently produces fruit of exceptional character and consistency. Acclaimed producers like Turley and Biale have long sought it out for that unmistakable sense of place, and the 2023 continues that legacy. Historic vineyards deserve thoughtful stewardship, and that’s exactly what this wine receives. Barrett lets the site speak clearly, preserving its natural depth and elegance rather than masking it with weight. At $49.99 compared to the winery’s $63 release price, it offers a rare chance to experience one of Napa Valley’s most storied Zinfandel vineyards.