Zinfandel (also known as Primitivo) is a variety of black-skinned wine grape. The variety is grown in over 10 percent of California vineyards. [1]

Sep 22, 2022 · Zinfandel is a red wine produced from the grape variety of the same name. Because it reaches its peak of quality and expressiveness in the United States, it is almost always labeled with the name...

Zinfandel (aka Primitivo) is California’s fourth most planted wine grape (after Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir). It performs well in warm, sunny regions and is very sensitive to terroir (because of its thin skins).

Sep 22, 2022 · Zinfandel is one of the most popular wine grapes grown in California and is especially popular in northern California and the central coast. The vines like warm, sunny days but dislike intense heat, and the thin skinned-fruit is susceptible to rot.

Zinfandel is a versatile grape made into everything from slightly sweet rosé wines to dry and jammy red wines to concentrated, very sweet late harvest wines. Zinfandel grape clusters ripen unevenly, and by the time most of the grapes are ripe, others have turned into raisins with concentrated sugars.

Zinfandel is lighter in color than both Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. However, although a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir, Zin’s moderate tannin and high acidity make it taste bold. Generally speaking, most Zinfandel wines have higher alcohol levels …

Zinfandel is America’s wine and is bold, dynamic, and intensely fruity. It has solid balance and an even better finesse. It might be associated with the Italian Primitivo and the Croatian Tribidrag, but deep down, it remains a distinctly American grape.

Zinfandel wine has rich history in California. Learn the secrets behind Zin's story and find great recommendations on Zinfandel wines.

Jan 17, 2022 · Zinfandel is a dark, robust, dry red wine with medium-high acidity and similar tannins. Full-bodied and high in alcohol, zinfandel's fruit notes start in the red spectrum and turn into more black fruit flavors of plum, black cherry, blackberry, and spice as the berries ripen.

Zinfandel is a classic all-American success story. From humble beginnings, this previously little-known grape is today recognized for producing award-winning wines, gaining appreciation around the globe. ZAP welcomes you to our robust community of enthusiasts.