Cali Zinfandel Flavor Characteristics

According to Wikipidia: California regions In California, 20% of the Zinfandel-growing counties hold 80% of the Zinfandel growing area; however, major producing areas such as San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, and Madera County produce Zinfandel primarily for blends or jug wine. Certain California regions are regarded as “exceptional” for Zinfandel, each with identifiable flavor characteristics….

Zinfandel Lovers Rejoice…Global #Zinfandel Day!

My travels through “Winedom” has lead me to many interesting wines, places, and people.  The time has come for a new adventure in “Winedom”.  Social media and wine.  Admittedly it is with some trepidation I approach combining social media and wine.  Sure, I have dabbled in social media.  I have various FB “Likes”, and “Friends”…

Mine Eyes Have Been Opened Wide…

I love Zin.  It’s one of my favorite varietals.  In fact, my epiphany wine was a Lolonis Zinfandel I had about 10 years ago.  Before that, I liked wine and would consume it occasionally.  But after that, I came to love wine.  I can still remember the juicy berry flavor of that wine! But when…