2019 C.G. Di Arie Primitivo Block #4
Primitivo, which is also known as Zingarello is the major growing grape of Apulia in Southern Italy. A typical Zingarello in Apulia is a heavy, strong and highly alcoholic wine. DNA testing has confirmed that Primitivo is genetically related to California's Zinfandel. Based on DNA profiling Primitivo and Zinfandel originated in Croatia and are clones of a Croatian variety known Crljenak Kastelanski.
This Estate grown Primitivo comes from a two-acre vineyard block that we call Block #4. Our Primitivo is different from the Italian clone. It is fruitier and lighter in body. While genetically identical, the Primitivo that we grow shows different attributes than the Zinfandel that we planted in the next block.
This wine was made in our "Submerged Cap" Fermentation Tank. It was aged in French oak barrels for about 18 months. This is a fruity wine with dark fruit aromas, which carry to the palate adding blackberry and black cherry flavors and a peppery finish. It is well balanced with a long finish adding structure and complexity.
Varietal Content: 100% Primitivo, Estate Grown
Bottling Date: January 24, 2022
Cases Produced: 205
Alcohol: 14.4
pH: 3.67
Residual Sugar: Less than 0.1%
