Aglianico vs Zinfandel
Compare Aglianico and Zinfandel: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Aglianico | Zinfandel | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 2205 | 6799 |
| Average rating | 3.73 / 5 | 3.84 / 5 |
| Producing countries | Italy, United States, Australia, Argentina, Mexico | United States, Italy, Australia, Mexico, Croatia |
Aglianico
Powerful, tannic reds with deep colour and tight structure, with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, leather, tobacco, coffee and balsamic-volcanic mineral notes. High acidity and very fine ageing potential, often compared to nebbiolo. Star of Taurasi DOCG in Campania and Aglianico del Vulture DOCG in Basilicata (vines planted on volcanic soils). Late-ripening southern Italian variety of probable ancient Greek origin.
Discover the grape variety AglianicoZinfandel
Generous, high-alcohol reds with a dark robe and indulgent palate, showing aromas of stewed blackberry, raspberry, black pepper, liquorice, cinnamon and cooked fruit. Also vinified as a popular sweet rosé (White Zinfandel). Star of California (Lodi, Sonoma, Dry Creek Valley, Paso Robles) with sought-after century-old vines. Identical to Italian Primitivo and Croatian Crljenak Kaštelanski by DNA analysis.
Discover the grape variety Zinfandel