Zinfandel

Hailed as California’s heritage grape, Zinfandel originated in Europe and is genetically identical to both Italy’s Primitivo and Croatia’s Tribidrag. The Zinfandel name, however, is truly American; the earliest documented use was recorded in 1832 in Boston, when a nursery owner advertised Zinfandel for sale.

Introduced to California during the 1850s Gold Rush, Zinfandel thrived in the state’s warm Mediterranean climate and is today, the third-leading winegrape variety grown in California. The versatile flavour profile of California Zinfandels make them the perfect match for summer grilling.