Zinfandel/Primitivo Flashcards
1
Q
What region in Italy is Primitivo associated with?
A
Puglia
2
Q
What causes Primitivo to develop high sugar levels and dried-fruit flavours?
A
During ripening, some grapes within the bunch start to raisin whilst others ripen normally
3
Q
Primitivo grapes raisin-ing during ripening has what effect?
A
High sugar levels and dried-fruit flavours
4
Q
White Zinfandel characteristics
A
Low-alcohol wine with medium sweetness
5
Q
Red Zinfandel characteristics (aromas)
A
Red and black fruit, dried fruit and oak
6
Q
Red Zinfandel characteristics (chemistry)
A
Dry
Medium to high acidity
Medium to high tannins
High alcohol
Full body
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