No. 1 – Member’s Mark Old Vine Zinfandel (USA)
- Retail Price: RMB 68
- Region: Lodi, California
- ABV: 14.5%
- Customer Reviews: 10,000+
Topping Sam’s red wine bestseller list is this Old Vine Zinfandel from Lodi, California—a single-varietal wine from the world’s largest Zinfandel-producing region. Though Lodi lacks the prestige of Napa or Sonoma, its wines have gained recognition for their bold fruit flavors and affordability.
Despite the region’s lower profile in China, this Zinfandel has been a runaway success. Sam’s Club even implemented a purchase limit of two bottles per account to manage demand. With over 10,000 reviews, consumers consistently praise its intense fruit flavors, balanced tannins, and slight sweetness, noting that it offers exceptional value for its price.
One minor controversy arose regarding its packaging. Early versions of this wine were sold without capsule wrapping, leaving the natural cork exposed, which some consumers questioned. This reflects a cultural expectation among Chinese wine drinkers, who associate foil capsules with more prestigous presentation. The latest version of the wine has since added the traditional capsule.
The back label identifies Four Corners Wines as the producer, stating it was grown and bottled in Manteca, California. However, online searches yield little information on this winery, except for a UK-based wine importer of the same name.
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