COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Zinfandel
PRODUCER
Orion Wines
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Wanted Zin Zinfandel Old Vines is a red wine from Puglia, Italy, produced by Orion Wines. It is made from 100% Zinfandel grapes, which are genetically identical to Primitivo and trace their origins to the Croatian grape Crljenak Kaštelanski. The wine is distinguished by its use of old vines, averaging 40-50 years in age, cultivated organically in the Salento area using the traditional Alberello basso training system. Orion Wines, founded by Alessandro Michelon and Elena Ciurletti, aims to produce high-quality, interesting wines at accessible price points, managing the entire winemaking process from vineyard to market.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Zinfandel and Primitivo are the same grape, originating from Croatia.
Fact 02
The vines are organically grown in the Salento area.
Fact 03
This wine is a popular 'house wine' in Sweden.
Fact 04
It's available in both 750ml bottles and 3-liter bag-in-box formats.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Wanted Zin Zinfandel Old Vines is produced from 100% Zinfandel grapes harvested manually in late August from organic vineyards in Puglia. After destemming, the grapes are not crushed to preserve their integrity for optimal color extraction. Fermentation occurs at a controlled temperature of 24-25°C for 8-10 days, utilizing frequent remontage and delestage for gentle extraction of aromas and tannins. Malolactic fermentation is induced after racking. Half of the wine is then aged for eight months in American oak barrels.
