Zinfandel/Primitivo Flashcards
1
Q
Regions
A
USA- California
Italy- Puglia
2
Q
What is it
A
Black grape, that needs a warm climate to grow
3
Q
Features (4)
A
Ripens unevenly
High sugar levels
Medium to high acidity
Medium to high tannin
4
Q
What wines is it used to make?
A
Red and rosé
5
Q
White Zinfandel
A
Is pink in colour and has simple aromas of red fruit
6
Q
Red Zinfandel
A
Pronounced flavours of black fruit, dried fruit, and oak. It is dry with a medium to high acidity and tannin, high alcohol and full body.
7
Q
Primitivo
A
Soft, fruity, dry red wine
