2017 Kalpela Zinfandel
WINE NOTES
Our Zinfandel wine comes from 4 different old vine vineyards scattered throughout the benchlands and hillsides of Mendocino County. Many of these vineyards are still farmed by 3rd and 4th generation Italian-Americans. This vintage displays a rich dark garnet color and deep aromas of black cherry, boysenberry, and anise with hints of toasty oak. Juicy flavors of fresh plums, black cherry cola and a subtle note of toasted wood combine to give this full-bodied Zinfandel a generous mouth-feel. Rich full tannins and balanced acidity lead into a long, lingering finish.
FOOD RECOMMENDATIONS
Enjoy with BBQ pork ribs, slow cooked brisket, or spicy tomato pasta dishes. A bowl of Cioppino and this Zin in hand is what the good life is all about.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Length/Type of Fermentation: Crushed into open top fermenters with 4 days of cold soak, pumped over and punched down twice a day for 16 days.
Length/Type of Aging: Barrel aged a total of 36 months in combination of French, American and Eastern European oak (10% new).
78% Zinfandel 22% Carignane
Alcohol: 15.0%
Total Acidity: 0.62 g/100mL
pH: 3.52
Residual Sugar: 0.08% (dry)