COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Zinfandel
PRODUCER
Lange Twins Collection of Family Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ivory & Burt Zinfandel 2018 is a red wine from the Lodi region of California, produced by Lange Twins Collection of Family Wines. The Lange family has a five-generation history of farming in Lodi, with twin brothers Randy and Bradford Lange currently leading the winery. Their winemaking philosophy is rooted in land stewardship and sustainability. The Zinfandel grapes are sourced from old vines, grown using sustainable practices. The 2018 vintage benefited from a calm growing season in California, following a period of wildfires, with a cooler spring contributing to a good harvest.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are sourced from 'Old Vines'.
Fact 02
Lange Twins practice sustainable farming, adhering to Lodi Rules.
Fact 03
Harvests are sometimes conducted at night to preserve grape freshness.
Fact 04
The winery cultivates over 30 different grape varietals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ivory & Burt Zinfandel 2018 is produced by Lange Twins Family Winery & Vineyards, a multi-generational farming family. The grapes are sourced from old vines and are sustainably grown, adhering to Lodi Rules. The winery cultivates over 67 vineyards across various Lodi sub-appellations and the Clarksburg appellation, growing over 30 different winegrape varietals. The 2018 harvest in California benefited from a calm growing season and a cooler spring. The wine is aged in new American oak, which imparts oak spice and toasty notes. Lange Twins are committed to sustainable farming and habitat restoration, sometimes harvesting grapes at night to maintain freshness.
