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Mountain Zinfandel 2021

Name: 2021 Mountain Zinfandel
Brand: Opolo Vineyards
Price: 32 USD
Availability: instock

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/ 750 ml

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Warm, jammy aromas of raspberry, black cherry, dried herb and sandalwood. A juicy, brambly palate delivers sumptuous flavors of cherry, boysenberry, blueberry and dark chocolate with a touch of earthy complexity. Lively acidity and peppery spice linger on a bright, energetic finish.

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Body (Light - Full)

Extra Light

Full

Taste (Dry - Sweet)

Bone Dry

Sweet

Profile (Earthy - Fruity)

Fruit (+)

Earth Forward

Fruit Forward

Highlights

Varietal : Zinfandel
Vineyard Notes : The 2021 Mountain Zinfandel is a faithful reflection of the coastal mountain terroirs west of downtown Paso Robles. This wine comes predominantly from three of the most heralded westside sub-AVAs of Paso Robles—Willow Creek District, Adelaida District and Templeton Gap. The fruit from the Willow Creek District comes from two of our estate vineyards: the main Quinn West Estate as well as our estate Dove Pond Vineyard. Here, some of the coolest growing conditions in Paso Robles yield Zinfandel fruit with great energy, tension and acidity as well as tannin structure. By also sourcing fruit from Remo Belli and Lonesome Oak vineyards in the warmer Adelaida District, we are able to layer in rich, riper fruit tones with softer textures. Our estate vineyards in Willow Creek as well as the sites in the Adelaida District all unfold along rocky soils composed of calcareous limestone and clay—a rare and coveted soil profile. Into this mix we also include fruit from the east-facing slopes of Arbor Creek Vineyard in the Templeton Gap District, which brings yet even more dimension to the finished wine.

Winery Info

OPOLO VINEYARDS

With nearly 300 acres of vines on the east and west side of Paso Robles, Opolo Vineyards is privy to a wide range in climate, soil and growing potential — allowing an extensive range of varietals to flourish. This variety combined with the passion behind the brand has made Opolo a favorite of wine enthusiasts everywhere. Gorgeous rolling hills frame their estate vineyard on picturesque Vineyard Drive, where guests enjoy a wide range of experiences, from cheese pairings, varied flight options, lunch on the patio to The Distillery at Opolo. Venture up to the hilltop for exciting events where stunning vineyard views abound.

Shipping & Delivery Info

Shipping States

Opolo Vineyards cannot ship to the following 12 states: AK, AR, CT, DE, HI, ME, MS, NJ, RI, UT, VT, WV.

Opolo Vineyards

Mountain Zinfandel 2021

From Our Sommeliers

“A delicious wine that is still developing gracefully with age, notes of leather, Christmas spice and cranberry. It would be perfectly paired with smoked meat from the BBQ“

About this wine

Tasting Notes

The 2021 Mountain Zinfandel opens with warm, jammy aromas of raspberry, black cherry, dried herb and sandalwood. A juicy, brambly palate delivers sumptuous flavors of cherry, boysenberry, blueberry and dark chocolate with a touch of earthy complexity. Lively acidity and peppery spice linger on a bright, energetic finish.

Serving Instructions

Open 30min prior to serving. Serve at Cellar Temperature

Glassware

Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.

Food Pairings

Gorgonzola, BBQ proteins like beef or pork, pasta dishes with tomato based sauce, sweet potatoes, or carrots

Cheese Pairings

Blue / Flavored

Wine Details

This bottle has the following characteristics:

Appellation

Paso Robles

Winemaker Notes

For more than 20 years, Opolo Mountain Zinfandel has been a standard bearer of Zinfandel from Paso Robles. This heritage variety—which has been grown in our region since the 1800s—excels across our estate vineyards in the westside coastal mountains. Here, we have developed our trademark Mountain Zinfandel style: rich, bold, fruit-forward and always lively through the finish.

Winemaker

Chris Rougeot & James Schreiner

Fermentation

The lots were fermented separately in stainless steel tanks and small open-top fermenters, all with attentive phenolic management to ensure optimal mouthfeel.

Aging

10 months in barrel

Barrel

95% French Oak, 5% American Oak (25% New)

3.77

Titratable Acidity (TA)

6.3 g/L

ABV

15.3

Case Production

13525