The Tortoise Creek Zinfandel is sourced from certified sustainably farmed vineyards in the Clement Hills south eastern region of Lodi where the soil is clay and loam of volcanic origin ideal for the Zinfandel grape. The vineyards take advantage of warm days but cool nights.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are crushed into stainless steel fermentation vats and then fermented at moderate temperatures for 10 days during which the must is pumped over three times a day to extract maximum flavors and color and then stays in contact with the skins for a further week. This extended maceration is used to add depth, structure and complexity to the wine. The wine goes through malolactic fermentation is then aged for 6 months in American oak.
Varietal: 85% Zinfandel, 3% Barbera, 3% Teroldego, 2% Aglianico, 2% Petite Sirah
and 5% other reds
Region: Clement Hills, Lodi AVA
Alcohol: 14.7 % | RS: 1.5 g/l
TASTING NOTES
Our Zinfandel has a deep color and rich, spicy aromas of wild dark berries and plums, It is round, rich and bursting with flavor. The Petit Syrah and Tannat grapes add a delightful complexity to the final blend.
UPC# 0 89832 41203 8
12pk / 750ml