Zinfandel Flashcards
1
Q
What climate does zinfandel like?
A
Warm, long ripening season
2
Q
Why does zinfandel contain more residual sugar than other reds?
A
Super ripeness, longer growing season
3
Q
What is zinfandel susceptible to?
A
Bunch rot, shrivelling (raisining (overripe))
4
Q
What kind of soil does zinfandel like?
A
Well drained alluvial soil (same as napa)
5
Q
What is the acid, sugar, tannin, fruit and alcohol like of zinfandel?
A
HIGH
6
Q
Where is zinfandel grown?
A
USA Italy Croatia
