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Grape Variety: Zinfandel or Primitivo

Geography: Zinfandel is California's specialty grape. Also produced in Italy and Croatia.



Viticulture: Research into viticulture and an absence of age-old traditions in California has meant that Zinfandel is cultivated in the best possible terroir and aided by modern technology.

Varietal/Blend: Zinfandel is produced as a varietal.

Flavor & Character: Has a unique raspberry flavor, intense spicy fruitiness and a vibrant color.

Vinification: New technology ensures the adaptability of this grape. It is capable of producing everyday quaffing wine as well as top class, complex, rich reds.

Style: Ranges from lightweight, juicy and fruity to intensely rich aromatic wines.

Body, Dry/Sweet: Ranges from delicious dry reds to sweetish, sometimes insipid ''blush,'' and intensely sweet wines.

Notes: Known as Primitivo in Italy. It is also probably the same as Croatia's Plavac Mali grape.

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