Wine 101 w/Alphonse DiMino: Zinfandel

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Apr 25th 2007, 8:00am By Christa Glennie Seychew

Zinfandel, not to be confused with White Zinfandel, is a spicy and intensely fruity wine, which Alphonse considers, for those that don't typically drink red wines, a great choice with which to “get your feet wet”.

Zinfandel grapes are grown in a few areas of the world, but it is really considered a classic Californian wine. It is easy to drink, and pairs well with robust foods like steak, game and mildly spicy ethnic dishes (think Caribbean and Tex-Mex), as well as dark chocolate desserts.

Today, BRO invites you to spend a few minutes learning about Zinfandel with Alphonse DiMino, our wine contributor, at Hodge Wine & Liquor.

Hodge Wine & Liquor
463 Elmwood, 14222
884.6670

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  1. Buffalopundit

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    Apr 27th 2007, 14:58

    It might best be known as a California wine, but it comes from a Croatian grape called Crljenak Kaštelanski.

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