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Central Coast Zinfandel

El Cid Zinfandel is a captivating white wine that beautifully showcases the unique characteristics of its varietal while highlighting the remarkable terroir of California's Central Coast. This intriguing white Zinfandel offers a light-to-medium body, with a gentle, refreshing acidity that dances gracefully on the palate. The wine's fruit intensity is moderately prominent, revealing delightful aromas and flavors of ripe strawberries, crisp apples, and a hint of honeydew melon. Despite its fruity profile, El Cid Zinfandel maintains a well-crafted balance, ensuring a pleasing dryness that beckons for another sip. The subtlety of the tannins and the wine’s effortless elegance make it a highly approachable and food-friendly choice, perfect for enjoying with a variety of dishes or savoring on its own. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or a curious novice, this white Zinfandel is sure to offer a delightful and memorable experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Raspberry

Raspberry

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Barbecue Chicken, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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