Grgich Hills Estate Napa Valley Zinfandel is an estate-grown red from the winery's certified organic vineyard in Calistoga, at the northern end of Napa Valley, at 14.7% ABV.
The 34-acre vineyard has gravelly loam soils with excellent drainage, warm days and cool nights.
The wine is typically co-fermented with a small amount of Petite Sirah, using indigenous yeast, and aged in large oak casks that keep the oak in the background.
Expect classic Zinfandel notes of strawberry, raspberry, black pepper and spiced plum.
A lively Napa Zinfandel for grilled food and gatherings.
Good wine rewards a little care in serving. Whites and rosés show best chilled to around 45 to 50°F, while reds are at their most expressive slightly below room temperature, around 60 to 65°F. Opening the bottle and letting it breathe for a few minutes, or pouring it into a decanter, helps the aromas open up.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Raspberry, strawberry and black pepper.
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Palate: Red berries and spiced plum.
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Finish: Peppery and bright.
Specifications
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Producer: Grgich Hills Estate
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Vineyard: Estate, Calistoga, certified organic
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Grape: Zinfandel with a little Petite Sirah
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Ageing: Large oak casks
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ABV: 14.7%
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Origin: Napa Valley, California
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve slightly cool, around 62°F. Pair it with barbecue, pizza and grilled sausages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the grapes grown?
On the estate's certified organic vineyard in Calistoga, Napa Valley.
Is it 100% Zinfandel?
It is typically co-fermented with a small amount of Petite Sirah.
What does it taste like?
Strawberry, raspberry, black pepper and spiced plum.
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