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Zinfandel/Primitivo Flashcards

Learn characteristics, winemaking/maturation, and important regions of Zinfandel and Primitivo. (12 cards)

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In what region and country does Primitivo live?

A

Puglia, Italy

Puglia is the heel of Italy’s boot.

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What kind of climate does Zinfandel/Primitivo wine prefer?

A

Warm

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3
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Why do some Zinfandels/Primitivos show flavors of dried fruit?

A

Because individual berries within a cluster can raisinate and give prune-like flavors to the final wine.

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4
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What grape makes White Zinfandel?

A

Zinfandel

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5
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Is white Zinfandel dry or medium-sweet?

A

Medium-sweet

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6
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How is White Zinfandel typically made?

A
  • Short maceration on the skins to make it pink
  • Yeasts removed before fermentation finishes to keep it sweet
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Fill in the blank:

White Zinfandel usually has _____ alcohol, while red Zinfandel usually has _____ alcohol.

A

low, high

  • White Zinfandel has low alcohol (8-10%)
  • Red Zin has high alcohol (14+%)

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Is aging in oak or in stainless steel more common for red Zinfandel?

A

Oak

Oak aging helps soften Zinfandel’s tannins, and the oak adds beneficial flavors to the wine such as mocha and spice.

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9
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What’s the typical flavor profile of California Zinfandel?

A
  • Red and black fruit (raspberry, blueberry, blackberry)
  • Dried fruit (raisin, prune)
  • Oak flavors (vanilla, coffee)
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10
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Which is drier: White Zinfandel or Zinfandel?

A

Zinfandel

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What do the structural elements of Zinfandel include?

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  • Full body
  • High alcohol
  • Medium to high acidity
  • Medium to high tannin
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What are some flavors that Old Vine Zinfandels from California can develop as they age?

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  • Earthy (dried leaves, forest floor)
  • Sanguine (red meat)
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