Zinfandel  2019

GRGICH HILLS

Zinfandel
2019

  • Organic
  • Biodynamic

$65.25

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.00
Product code
12477957
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Store Only
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$56.77
Country
United States
Regulated designation
American Viticultural Areas (AVA)
Region
California
Subregion
Napa
Appellation
Napa Valley
Varietal(s)
Zinfandel 100 %
Alcohol percentage
14.2%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1.5 g/l
Closure type
Cork
Aging vessel type
French Oak Casks
Length of aging
15 months
Total acidity
5.7 g/l
PH
3.85
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About this winery

Grgich Hills Estate Winery, nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, holds a storied history marked by excellence and innovation. Founded in 1977 by Miljenko "Mike" Grgich and Austin Hills, it quickly became renowned for its commitment to crafting premium wines. Mike Grgich, a Croatian immigrant and celebrated winemaker, gained international acclaim when the Chardonnay he crafted for Chateau Montelena won the 1976 Paris Tasting, a watershed moment for American wines. Located in Rutherford, Grgich...

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Product notes

The 2013 vintage was nearly perfect, with consistent sunshine and moderate temperatures. After a wet start to winter in 2012, spring was warmer than usual, triggering an early budbreak and flowering and fruit set under sunny skies. With only one heat spike in late June/early July, Napa’s typical warm days and cool nights created wonderfully flavorful grapes. Harvest began about two weeks earlier than usual and never seemed to stop with grapes coming in at a steady pace.

Production notes

Zinfandel was co-fermented with a touch of Petite Sirah to add complexity and structure. The wine was aged in large oak casks so the flavors are well integrated but not overwhelmed by oak.

Tasting notes

This food-friendly Zinfandel’s fresh flavors of ripe blackberries, black cherries and a hint of pepper on the long finish is the perfect match for grilled meats with barbecue sauce, sausage pizza and hearty pastas.