Epicuro Italian Organic Zinfandel

With this Italian Zinfandel, Epicuro has delivered another perfect wine from the vineyards of Puglia. However, the Zinfandel story doesn't begin in Puglia, nor in Italy, nor even in Europe. It all began around 1820 in California, where a new grape variety made its debut: Zinfandel. In the 150 years that followed, Zi... Read more
Vintage 2020
Size 0.75L
Grapes
Aromas & flavours
Black fruit Blackberries Ripe dark fruit Vanilla Coconut Caramel Coffee Licorice Peppermint
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Flavour profile

Aromas & flavours

Grape & vineyard

Black fruit Blackberries Ripe dark fruit

Winemaking & ageing

Vanilla Coconut Caramel

Bottle ageing

Coffee Licorice Peppermint

From vineyard to bottle

The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.

With this Italian Zinfandel, Epicuro has delivered another perfect wine from the vineyards of Puglia. However, the Zinfandel story doesn't begin in Puglia, nor in Italy, nor even in Europe. It all began around 1820 in California, where a new grape variety made its debut: Zinfandel. In the 150 years that followed, Zinfandel experienced great popularity, as did Primitivo, incidentally. However, in 1972, a remarkable discovery was made: the American Zinfandel and the Italian Primitivo were virtually identical. The DNA of both grape varieties is almost identical. Epicuro, ever innovative, finally decided to do something with this. A few years ago, they planted Zinfandel in their vineyards in Puglia, and the result is the Italian Zinfandel Epicuro, an Italian take on the American all-rounder.

Epicuro's Italian Zinfandel is a unique wine in several ways. Besides being a true American Zinfandel, this wine is also 100% organic. The vineyards are not treated with any chemicals, and great care is taken to preserve the surrounding natural environment. The vineyards are located in Puglia, the original home of the renowned Primitivo. It is therefore incredibly unique that the Primitivo's close cousin, the Zinfandel, can ultimately produce such beautiful wines here.

When you taste Italian Zinfandel Epicuro, you'll be glad the Zinfandel grape crossed the Atlantic. What a superb glass of Italian wine, which is also organic. Superb! The hand-harvesting and careful fermentation in American oak definitely influence the quality of Italian Zinfandel Epicuro. You smell nuances of coconut, caramel, and vanilla, with a subtle presence of black fruit. The flavor is fantastic. Warm and sultry. A top Italian! Mouth-filling with notes of oak, peppermint, vanilla, and ripe, dark fruit.

The Italian Zinfandel Epicuro's success is largely due to its warm character. Every sip of this organic Italian wine feels like stepping into a warm bed. A broad palette of aromas and flavors, including blackberry, vanilla, coffee, and licorice, completes the picture. Italian Zinfandel Epicuro was also awarded 98 points by Italian wine guru Luca Maroni. This Italian gem is sure to become your new favorite!
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Femar Vini

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Herkomst & details

The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.

The wine

Red · Zinfandel · 2020
Wine type
Red
Varietal(s)
Zinfandel
Vintage
2020
Size
0.75 L
Alcohol content
14.5%
Closure
-

Origin & winery

Italy · Puglia
Producer
Femar Vini
Country
Italy
Region
Puglia
Appellation
-

Terroir & maturation

Fermentation in American oak
Soil
-
Maturation
Fermentation in American oak
Oak aged
Yes
Single grape variety
Yes
Sparkling
No
Malolactic conversion
Yes
Taste style
Solid Red

Serving & cellaring

Barbecue meats, Spicy dishes
Ideal serving temperature
16° - 18°C
Drinking Window
2026–2028
Food Pairing
Barbecue meats,
Spicy dishes

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