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It is at once the nation’s heritage grape—a survivor of the Gold Rush era—and its most misunderstood varietal. For decades, the market was dominated by monolithic, high-octane bottlings, often jammy and over-extracted, designed to appeal to a palate that equated
— Title: Zinfandel Tasting Notes for Beginners: A Guide to America’s Heritage Grape Introduction For many wine enthusiasts, the journey begins with a fruit-forward, approachable red. While Merlot or Pinot Noir often get the spotlight, Zinfandel remains one of the