COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Zinfandel
PRODUCER
Dark Horse Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dark Horse Zinfandel 2021 is a red wine from California, produced by Dark Horse Wines. The brand's philosophy is to offer the distinction and opulence of a high-end wine at an affordable price, employing winemaking techniques typically reserved for more expensive wines and working closely with local growers for prime grape selection. The grapes for this Zinfandel primarily come from the Lodi region of California, an area known for producing Zinfandel with concentrated fruit flavors. The 2021 vintage is characterized by bold aromatics and rich, jammy dark fruit flavors.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Winemaker Beth Liston focuses on techniques typically used for pricier wines.
Fact 02
Grapes are primarily from the Lodi region, known for Zinfandel.
Fact 03
Fermented in conical tanks for intense flavor development.
Fact 04
Aged on oak staves for subtle complexity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Dark Horse Zinfandel 2021 is produced by Dark Horse Wines in Modesto, California. The winemaking process involves fermenting the Zinfandel grapes in conical tanks at warm temperatures for approximately three weeks to develop intense flavors. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for about six months in stainless steel tanks, with the inclusion of French and American oak staves to add complexity. The producer's philosophy centers on making high-quality wines accessible by employing advanced winemaking techniques and focusing on prime grape sourcing from regions like Lodi.
