Zinfandel/Primitivo In Vineyard Flashcards
1
Q
Zinfandel Bud/Ripen Key
A
12-13
2
Q
When does Zinfandel Bud
A
Early
3
Q
When does Zinfandel Ripen
A
Mid to late
4
Q
Zinfandel fertility
A
High yielding
5
Q
Zinfandel Best Soils
A
Lower fertility, well draining soils
6
Q
Zinfandel Vigor
A
Vigorous
7
Q
Zinfandel Aromas and Flavor Compounds
A
Raspberry, Blueberry, Blackberry
Jammy/Dried Fruit Element
Spiced Berry Element
Overt Vanilla from American Oak
Strawberry and Candy Fruit (White Zin)
8
Q
Zinfandel Skins
A
Thin
9
Q
Zinfandel Hazards
A
Spring Frost
Drought
Poor flowering and fruit set in rainy conditions
Sunburn
10
Q
Zinfandel drought sensitivity
A
Sensitive to drought
11
Q
Zinfandel Hardiness
A
Fairly Hardy
12
Q
Zinfandel Vine Peculiarities
A
Ripens unevenly
Accumulates sugar quickly
Grapes tend to dry on vine