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Sula Zinfandel
Winery information: Situated in Nashik, India’s largest grape-growing region, Sula Vineyards was set uyp in 1997 by Rajeev Samant & Kerry Damsky. They pioneered the French grape varieties Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc which were first released in 2000 to wide acclaim as India’s best white wines. Sula now cultivates Shiraz and Zinfandel amongst other international varieties and broadly recognized as India’s premium wine producer.
Viticulture: Zinfandel cuttings from were brought across from the Napa Valley in 1997 and planted in Nashik. Californian Zinfandel is powerful and colourful whereas in
India, Sula is aiming for a more fruit driven and approachable style.
Vinification: The wine was first fermented in stainless steel to extract colour and tannins. It was then aged in neutral oak barrels for 3 months.
Tasting Note: Fruit driven, seductive and youthful. Aromas of red berries laced with cinnamon and spice. Red peppers, ripe cherries and spice on the palate, medium bodied with supple tannins.
Every day serving suggestion: Indian, oriental, red meat, bolognaise
Sula Zinfandel
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