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Collier Creek Zinfandel Lodi Old Press
Peltier Winery and Vineyards
United States - California - Lodi

Nestled in the heart of the Lodi Appellation, where farmland ran as far as the eye could see, Collier Creek is a place that reminds us of simpler times. The ol' press may look different these days, but this Zinfandel is still a classic with notes of dark fruit, baking spice, vanilla and a velvet mouthfeel.

RS: 3.3 g/L
TA: 6.0 g/L

Specifications
Appellation
Lodi
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
93% Zinfandel and 7% Petite Sirah
Age of vines
Average 50 years
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Certifications
Lodi Rules Sustainable
Soil type
Fine sandy Loam
Vinification
Drip irrigation is used. And harvesting was done by machine. The grapes are destemmed and crushed into a stainless steel tank. The grapes are not sorted. The fermentation was done using pumpovers. The finished wine was aged in Stainless steel with French oak chips. This blend has 7% Petite Sirah and the balance is Zinfandel. The wine was bottled after 1 year of aging. This wine has an RS 3.3g/l and TA of 6.0g/L
Production
573 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

blue cheese, bbq pork ribs, leg of lamb

Producer Information: Peltier Winery and Vineyards

Growing up, Rodney's father farmed grapes, cherries and kiwi which inspired the entreprenurial spirit of the third-generation Lodi grower to one day farm his own way. In 1985, he and ...
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