Penpal
Lodi, California
Experience Lodi with our rich, savory follow up to the 94 point 2016 vintage.
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Penpal
Heritage Red
A great wine tastes like it’s from somewhere. It has unique characteristics that are makers of place. The grapes in the Penpal 2018 Classic Red come from deep loamy soils fed by two rivers in Lodi, California. Rich in nutrients, and aided by a warm climate these grapes have character and depth.
ABOUT THIS WINE
Penpal
Heritage Red
A great wine tastes like it’s from somewhere. It has unique characteristics that are makers of place. The grapes in the Penpal 2018 Classic Red come from deep loamy soils fed by two rivers in Lodi, California. Rich in nutrients, and aided by a warm climate these grapes have character and depth.
WINE REGION:
Lodi
The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.
WINE REGION
Lodi
The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Bison Burgers, Pork Carnitas, Barbecue
Pairs well with…
Bison Burgers, Pork Carnitas, Barbecue
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Bison Burgers, Pork Carnitas, Barbecue
Pairs well with…
Bison Burgers, Pork Carnitas, Barbecue
TASTING NOTES:
Fig
Chocolate
Blackcurrant
Notes of black currant, mocha, and fig are teased out through vanilla and spice, with just the right amount of minerality to enjoy this either on its own or as a perfect accompaniment to a rich, savory dish.
TASTING NOTES
Fig
Chocolate
Blackcurrant
Notes of black currant, mocha, and fig are teased out through vanilla and spice, with just the right amount of minerality to enjoy this either on its own or as a perfect accompaniment to a rich, savory dish.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Penpal
Dear Wine Lover: Penpal is a classic love letter to wine drinkers everywhere. Our wines convey their own special messages from the heart of California vineyards. With brilliant flavors that inspire connection, these noteworthy wines are something to write home about!
ABOUT THE BRAND
Penpal
Dear Wine Lover: Penpal is a classic love letter to wine drinkers everywhere. Our wines convey their own special messages from the heart of California vineyards. With brilliant flavors that inspire connection, these noteworthy wines are something to write home about!