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California Zinfandel

California Zinfandel comes from Zinfandel grown across California, typically medium to full-bodied, often with generous alcohol, blackberry, raspberry and pepper; lighter, fresher examples also exist.

Where it is

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At a glance

Grape
Zinfandel, the same grape as Italy's Primitivo
Where
Across California, including Sonoma, Napa, Lodi and Paso Robles
In the glass
  • Blackberry, fresh to jammy
  • Black pepper
  • Often high alcohol

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