Mountain Zinfandel 2021
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/ 750 ml 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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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“
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)
pH
3.77
Titratable Acidity (TA)
6.3 g/L
ABV
15.3
Case Production
13525
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)
pH
3.77
Titratable Acidity (TA)
6.3 g/L
ABV
15.3
Case Production
13525
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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