Zinfandel / White Zinfandel
Zinfandel grapes came to California in the mid-1800s and as a result there are a number of very old Zinfandel vineyards there. Zinfandel grapes are almost as versatile as Chardonnay grapes in the number of different styles of wine which are made from them. The most popular of which is known as White Zinfandel. White Zinfandel is actually made through a special process using red Zinfandel grapes.Zinfandels are versatile but usually taste of berries; raspberries, blackberries or cranberries. White Zinfandels are similar in taste but are much lighter and usually sweeter tasting. Zinfandel grapes are often blended to make very cheap wines so look for a Zinfandel varietal, a wine made from only one type of grape.
Zinfandels are a wine which is probably best enjoyed young, within three to five years. If they are bottle aged more than this, the fruity taste drops markedly and the wine can show the distinct "hot" taste of higher alcohol levels.
Want to know more about Zinfandels?
Zinfandel Wine Recommendations
History Of Zinfandel
Zinfandel Grapes
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