🍷 Episode 30: Zinfandel – Smoking Hot

Love bold reds with a splash of history? In this episode, we’re pouring a big glass of Zinfandel — the juicy, spicy grape that’s traveled from the hills of Croatia to the sun-drenched vineyards of California. Whether you know it as Zin, Primitivo, or can even pronounce Crljenak Kaštelanski (good luck with that one), this grape has one heck of a story and flavor profile to match.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- How Zinfandel fooled the wine world into thinking it was all-American
- The surprising connection between California Zin, Italian Primitivo, and a rare Croatian grape
- What flavors to expect in your glass — from blackberry jam to smoky espresso
- Where the best Zin is grown and how terroir shapes its style
- What to eat with this bold red (hint: fire up the grill!)

If you love discovering the backstory behind what’s in your glass, make sure to follow the podcast and uncork more grape goodness with us. Cheers!