Wildcrafted Wines Tip of the Month
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Zinfandel - It’s Place in the World, And on Your Table
Zinfandel’s Ancient Roots
Zinfandel is one of the oldest grape varieties on the planet. Research shows a lineage of this grape in the Caucasus region at about 6000 BC.
Primitivo is genetically identical to Zinfandel, however, the Italians were certain this was not one of their traditional varietals.
Croatia has several indigenous varietals related to Zinfandel in their grape lineage though most were lost in the late 19th century. In 2001 DNA fingerprinting found 9 remaining vines in Croatia confirming these are the ancient varietals with the same structure as Zin grown in California today.
It’s the 3rd leading winegrape variety in Cali as of 2016…behind Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon respectively.
Zin FUN FACTS:
● Descriptors for red Zinfandel include blackberry, raspberry, boysenberry, cherry, as well as black pepper, cloves, anise and herbs.
● Zinfandel is a red grape, however, most is made into a blush wine named White Zinfandel.
●California Zinfandel has been grown and promoted for more than 100 years and is internationally recognized for its character and quality.
TCW invites you to review our amazing tiny production Zins and revel in the joy of this old grape. Made how it was supposed to be - simple, elegant and food friendly.
Perfect for your Thanksgiving or holiday table. PS Post and Vine wine featured in our label tip is loaded with 150 year old vine Zinfandel. Yummy!
Nicali Vineyards Red Blend
Half Cab, Half Zin, Super Secret wine!
Winemaker: Celia Welch, just named number 1 in the world on VIVINO
Highlands Wines
Our #1 Selling Zinfandel! Old Vine Rutherford Zin and amazingly affordable. Silver Oak alumni make it
Van Der Heyden Vineyards
Our #1 Selling Late Harvest Zinfandel! A nice sweet treat for your Thanksgiving table. Or a lovely after dinner sipper.
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