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Variety: Zinfandel

Color: Red

Other names:

Varietal Notes:

Probably originated in the Balkan Peninsula; arrived in California in 1850’s. This versatile grape can be made in a variety of styles- light an fruity medium- bodied, rich and robust, White Zinfandel (Rose), Late Harvest and Port. Good all-purpose red wine. When labeled “Old Vine” it means the grapes are sourced from vines generally 35 years old or older.

*Characteristics:**					Rich, deeply colored, high in alcohol, medium high in tannin
*Aromas/Flavors:**					Blackberry, raspberry, spicy, jammy As “Old Vine” the grape may deliver secondary characteristics like graphite, licorice and slate, and is often very spicy and earthy.
Food Pairing:					Soups, pasta, pizza, barbequed meats; leg of lamb, cheeses, chocolate desserts
Aging:**					Drink light ones now, heavier ones can age up to 8 years more
Commercial Examples***:
* Character, Aromas, and Flavors of wine produced from the above-mentioned grapes are based upon a general assessment of the variety. Winemaker results will vary. The ability to age is tied directly to the wine's chemical make-up. Aging in the context of a varietal assumes the wines produced can or tend to yield the correct chemical make-up. Winemaker results will vary. * Commercial Examples provided as varietal references for benchmarking. Winemaker results will vary.