The Prisoner Red

Region: California, USA

Grape: Zinfandel / Cabernet Sauvignon / Petite Sirah / Syrah / Merlot / Malbec

Tasting: Blackberry / dried plum / cranberry / vanilla / nutmeg / toasted coconut / sweet spice

Pairing: Dry-aged ribeye / Iberico presa / Slow-cooked short rib / Aged Cheddar / Charcuterie board

Producer: The Prisoner rewrote the rules for the California red blend. When the first vintage was released two decades ago — an unusual assembly of some of the state's best and least conventional varieties — it changed what a blend could be, and earned cult status doing it. The wine remains a collaboration with growers across northern California, many of them partners since the beginning: the Solari Family Vineyard in Calistoga, where old-school instinct meets modern technique, and the Korte Ranch in St. Helena, farmed by four generations since before Prohibition.

Zinfandel leads, fleshed out with Petite Sirah, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec — a blend built for depth rather than restraint. Full-bodied and opulent, with cranberry, blackberry and dried plum lifted by caramelised vanilla, nutmeg and toasted coconut. The palate is soft and luscious, red and black fruit balanced by integrated sweet spice, the finish smooth and long. An unapologetically bold California red.

ABV: 15.5%

Vol: 75cl

Allergens: Contains sulphites

Order Cut-Off Times & Delivery Date Selection

Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, unless you select a future delivery date at checkout.

Our Delivery Service

We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. While our couriers are generally excellent, occasional delays can happen. We pack everything to stay fresh, even if transit takes a little longer.

Time-Sensitive & Event Orders

Can we guarantee delivery on a specific day? Unfortunately not - we rely on third-party couriers and can't control their schedules. All items leave us in perfect condition with good use-by dates, but final timing depends on the courier.

If your order is for a specific event, let us know in the notes section at checkout. We can often dispatch a day earlier to give you the best chance of timely arrival.

DELIVERY Changes After Dispatch

Once dispatched, your package is with the courier and we're unable to redirect it or change delivery details.

Saturday Delivery

Saturday delivery is available, though please note our couriers don't operate phone support at weekends and our office is closed. For event-critical orders, a weekday delivery gives us more flexibility to help if any issues arise.

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