Sun Gate Zinfandel California 75cl

Sun Gate Zinfandel is a typical Californian red wine, made from Zinfandel grapes grown on varied soils, offering a deep ruby-red wine with generous aromas and a warm finish.

Origin and Grape Variety
Grape variety: Zinfandel, a grape variety originating from Southern Italy (the Puglia region), widely grown in California where it has perfectly adapted to the local climate.
Region: California, with a varied terroir including sandy, clay, limestone, and stony soils. California is the main wine-growing region in the United States, benefiting from an excellent climate for growing vines.

Terroir and Winemaking
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness.
Maceration lasts between 7 and 10 days to best extract the aromas and color.
Fermentation takes place at temperatures between 25°C and 30°C for maximum fruit fermentation.
Winemaking is carried out using traditional methods, ensuring a wine of consistent quality.

Organoleptic Characteristics
Color: Deep ruby red with purple highlights.
Nose: Dominant aromas of coffee, blackberries, red berries (such as raspberry and redcurrant), and roasted or grilled notes or roasted nuts.
Palate: Soft start, fine and round tannins, with a pleasant warmth and a long, lingering finish. The balance between fruitiness and tannic structure is well mastered.

Alcohol content
Approximately 13.5% alcohol by volume.

Food and Wine Pairing Tips
This versatile wine pairs perfectly with:
Pasta dishes and pizzas,
Grilled foods,
Or simply as an aperitif.

Summary
Sun Gate Zinfandel 75cl presents a classic expression of the Californian Zinfandel grape variety, combining intense fruitiness, round tannins and a pleasant structure, ideal for lovers of crisp and warm red wines.