COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Teroldego, Tannat
PRODUCER
Dashe Cellars
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dashe Dry Creek Zinfandel 2021 is a red wine from Sonoma County's Dry Creek Valley AVA. It is a blend dominated by Zinfandel, with contributions from Petite Sirah, Teroldego, and Tannat. Dashe Cellars, founded by Michael and Anne Dashe, aims to produce California wines that reflect European elegance, emphasizing fruit purity and terroir. They work with growers for fruit sourcing, often focusing on older, low-yielding vines. The Dry Creek Valley is a recognized region for Zinfandel cultivation due to its climate and soil conditions. The 2021 vintage was characterized by warm, stable weather, leading to a successful harvest.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dashe Cellars uses indigenous yeasts for fermentation.
Fact 02
The winery is located in an urban setting, not traditional wine country.
Fact 03
They aim for Zinfandel to compete on the world stage.
Fact 04
Focus is on balance and perfume, not just power.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Dashe Dry Creek Zinfandel 2021 involves sourcing fruit from select vineyards in Sonoma County. Fermentation is typically carried out using indigenous yeasts, with different grape varietals often fermented separately. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 13-15 months, with a portion of new oak used to add complexity. Dashe Cellars follows a philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to highlight the natural characteristics of the grapes and their origin.
