The Association of Zinfandel Advocates & Producers (ZAP) was founded almost twenty years ago—back in the day—when Zinfandel was the underdog with a cause... continue.
Featured Video Festival Food & Zin Pairings
ZAP's Zinfandel Festival January 26-28
Good times, great Zinfandels at ZAP’s annual Festival. See you in San Francisco! Member and Public Tickets now available! - Click here.
The essence of ZAP is its membership. ZAP is all about bringing together Zinfandel enthusiasts or those just beginning to indulge in the splendor of Zinfandel. Members come from all walks of life—educators, students, professionals, wine drinkers, wine collectors, and those who just love Zinfandel! ZAP members are united in their appreciation of Zinfandel and the desire to learn more about it.
Click here for the latest ZAP news,Press Releases, photo galleries and more. Click here.
ZAP Events
Experience wine like you never have before. ZAP develops enriching programs and events to educate wine enthusiasts and the general public on the dynamic impact that the Zinfandel grape has had on our culture and the way America embraces wine today. Member and Public Tickets now available -Purchase Tickets
In-Store Tastings at various Bay Area retail locations - more information.
ZAP's Cruise - Explore the lands of Kiwi and Kangaroos, February 7-22, 2012
Regent Seven Seas Cruises - Six-Star 700 guest all-suite, all balcony Voyager, just awarded World Best Cruise Line by the readers of Conde Nast Traveller invites you to experience true luxury of this all-inclusive product. Visit New Zealand and Australia.
The Heritage Vineyard Project
Learn about the Heritage Vineyard Project and where to purchase the vines.
Zinfandel Resources
The world's first full-service resource center for Zinfandel, ZinWorld connects the Zinfandel community around the world. Tour wineries by region, find Zinfandel events across the country, discover Zinfandels by price or appellation and much more.
California Zinfandel Regions
Find those hidden treasures within the many wine regions of California. ZAP’s relationship with winery producers allows us to guide you to those winemakers who set themselves apart from the crowd. Enjoy the easy pace, beautiful scenery and world-class Zinfandels.
St. Helena Star For 20 years, zin fanatics from far and wide have made an annual pilgrimage to taste this archetypal California wine from hundreds of producers. It is quite unlike any other festival or tasting, in that it only focused on one variety: zinfandel. February 23, 2011
Tim Fish - Wine Spectator Zinfandel fans are a devoted bunch. Not only has the annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers (ZAP) tasting thrived for 20 years in San Francisco, but thousands of Zin buffs lined up...for a chance to taste the latest releases from more than 200 producers. January 31, 2011