Wines made from Zinfandel grapes of Similkameen Valley
Discover the best wines made with Zinfandel as a single variety or as a blend of Similkameen Valley.
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.
DVA of southern British Columbia west of the Okanagan, semi-desert climate (days reaching 40 °C, cool nights preserving acidity). Signature reds: peppery Cabernet Franc (raspberry, bell pepper, herbs), firm Cabernet Sauvignon (cassis, cedar), dense Syrah (blackberry, pepper, smoked bacon), supple Merlot (plum, cocoa). Taut Riesling and fruity Gamay Noir on shaded slopes. Floral Pinot Gris, ample Chardonnay.