The Captivating Appeal Of Old Vines
Autor: Allen R. Balik, The Wine Exchange We often hear the expression “Old Vine” and see it printed primarily on Zinfandel labels. But has anyone officially defined what that means? Not really. In the U.S., there is no legal definition for Old Vine on the label as there is for many other statements of quality […]
Old Vines, Fresh Vibes: Why Zinfandel’s Heritage Matters Today
Walk through a California vineyard planted before the 1960s, and you’ll sense it immediately: gnarled trunks, weather-worn arms stretching like sculptures, roots sunk deep into the earth. These are old vines—living history in agriculture. With Zinfandel, no grape wears age more gracefully. As Allen R. Balik writes in The Wine Exchange, “We often hear the […]
Zinfandel & BBQ: A Match Made in Grilling Heaven
Few things capture the spirit of summer like smoke curling off the grill, the sizzle of meat, and a glass of Zinfandel in hand. America’s heritage grape was practically made for BBQ, and as Liz Thach, MW, recently wrote in Forbes: “Zinfandel is a natural with the grill, because its vivid red fruit and warm […]
ZAP Celebrates 20 Years of Cruise and Travel Programs
Since 2005, ZAP winery hosts and our advocates have embarked on unforgettable journeys across the globe, deepening our understanding and appreciation of Zinfandel while forging lasting connections. Travel has become an essential part of ZAP’s educational mission, blending discovery, learning, and, of course, tasting plenty of great wine. A Journey Rooted in Wine Education ZAP’s […]
At 2024 ZinEX – It is Clear that Zinfandel has Grown Up!
At 2024 ZinEX, it is clear that California Zinfandel has finally grown up There is undoubtedly no organization that has done more for a single varietal category than Zinfandel Advocates & Producers, a.k.a. ZAP. When ZAP started back in the early 1990s, Zinfandel was on the ropes. Many of the bigger, higher profile brands were […]
Zinfandel: An Expose by Gerald Boyd On Wine
AUGUST 2023 Zinfandel Gerald Boyd On Wine In the early 1970s, when I was trying to get my head around wine, Zinfandel was the first California red wine that got my full attention. Burgundy was my first love, but when I tasted my first Zin, a whole new taste experience opened up. Ridge Vineyards was […]
A Celebration of National Zinfandel Day
If you are on social media, especially Instagram, and you’re a wine lover, you might be aware of the various wine holidays (like National Zinfandel Day) that seem to pop up sporadically throughout the year. Look no further than National Drink Wine Day, International Wine Day, or National Wine Day, if you want to enjoy […]
Zinfandel Stories: Bay Area Video Released!
Grape Growing History and the City Coming Together The vibrant Zinfandel wine country of the Bay Area is a contrast of two dynamic, yet distinct stories that come together in their commitment to Zinfandel. The history of Zinfandel grape growing in Contra Costa is a long and illustrious one that today is once again taking […]
Zinfandel Stories: Central Valley New Video!
Creating the Next Generation of Zinfandel Growers California has been blessed with universities that specialize in creating the next generation of great winemakers and vineyardists. Fresno, located in the Central Valley, is home to Fresno State University’s Department of Viticulture & Enology, where each year, over 150 viticulture and enology students take advantage of the […]
ZAP Celebrated National Zinfandel Day in Lodi with New Zinfandel Stories Video!
Lodi was the place to be in November on National Zinfandel Day! ZAP and Lodi Wines co-sponsored a technical workshop at the gorgeous grounds of Oak Farm Vineyards for Zinfandel growers and winemakers. Along the way, Lodi Zinfandels were presented by two panels (one grower and one winemaker) and ZAP’s Lodi regional video was released! […]
