Terra d'Oro Zinfandel 2017
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Zinfandel
Appellation
Amador County
Acid
0.6 g/100mL
pH
3.75
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Enthusiast
90
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2017 Terra d’Oro Amador County Zinfandel displays the classic characteristics
unique to this region. Enticing aromas of clove, cinnamon, anise and dark fruits are
accompanied by hints of pastry, dried oregano, thyme and fresh dough notes that
round out the intense aromatics. This wine boasts an elegant entry with a generous,
juicy midpalate and a long finish. Bold and intriguing, the 2017 Terra d’Oro
Amador County Zinfandel is truly a taste of its region. Pair this wine with eggplant
parmesan or grilled lamb skewers with a blackberry reduction.
Vineyard Notes
Hand-selected grapes from our prestigious Amador vineyards comprise the
Terra d’Oro County Zinfandel, the winery’s flagship wine. With a large majority of
grapes sourced from our own estate vineyards, shallow topsoils, granite hardpan, hot
summer days and cool summer nights make a remarkable home for the winemaker’s
favorite varietal. Head-trained and spur-pruned, the Terra d’Oro vineyards receive
optimal sunlight and deliver a controlled crop.
Winemaker Notes
At Terra d’Oro, the Zinfandel grapes are carefully picked at night and brought to the
winery for processing. After fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine is aged in
a combination of French and American oak (24% new) for 18 months resulting in
subtle caramel notes with indications of exotic spice.
Other Notes
Varietal Composition: 90% Zinfandel, 7% Petite Sirah, 1% Teroldego, 1% Barbera, 1% Syrah
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