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Saldo Zinfandel
Produced by The Prisoner Wine Company, Saldo Zinfandel is considered a staple wine within the Prisoner Portfolio. At Prisoner, they have a reputation for crafting high-quality, bold wines, full in body and character and this wine is no exception. Launched almost 20 years ago, Saldo Zin really helped to reinvigorate an overlooked California varietal.
Their Zinfandel grapes are carefully harvested from vineyards in California’s North Coast and Central Valley. They collaborate with grower partners, many of whom they’ve worked with for generations, to carefully source the best quality grapes. From there, the best quality fruit is fermented on skins, giving the wine texture, structure, and color. The wine is then aged for about 10 months in American barrels. This juicy, spice-driven wine is delicious on its own, but can stand up to the strongest of flavors.
Aromas of cocoa, dried apricot and strawberry jam lead up to a fruit forward mouth rounded out by cinnamon, clove and pepper. Barrel aging gives it smoky/vanilla notes while the finish is smooth and warm.
Pair this with Carne Asada, BBQ Pork, Jerk Chicken or Spice-Crusted Ahi Tuna.
Serving Temp: 60°F
Varietal: 85% Zinfandel; 15% Blend of Petite Sirah and Syrah