Zinfandel Saldo The Prisoner Wine Company 2016

The Prisoner Wine Company

Zinfandel Saldo The Prisoner Wine Company
2016

  • Vegan

$42.75

* Suggested retail price
Product code
13427441
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$37.15
Country
United States
Regulated designation
American Viticultural Areas (AVA)
Region
California
Subregion
Sonoma, Sonoma Valley
Classification
Estate bottled
Varietal(s)
Zinfandel 85 %
Petite Sirah 8 %
Syrah 7 %
Alcohol percentage
15,9%
Colour
Red
Sugar content
3,9 g/l
Closure type
Cork with plastic head
Producer's website

About this winery

Our brand name and namesake wine, The Prisoner, were inspired by the classic sketch Le Petit Prisonier by 19th century Spanish artist Francisco Goya. The sketch is part of Goya's series entitled, “The Disasters of War”, created to be a visual protest against the injustice and brutality of the Spanish War of Independence in 1808. From our founding, The Prisoner Wine Company has stood in solidarity with the fight against racism, mass incarceration and the systematic oppression of Black...

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Production notes

As we were selecting the fruit from excellent vineyards to produce The Prisoner, we found many that, while not meeting the high standards of our prestigious Napa Valley blend, were still of the highest quality. So we created Saldopour to showcase these magnificent fruits from Dry Creek, Lodi and Amador, where zinfandel has flourished for decades

Tasting notes

Dark ruby color, and intense aromas of black liquorice, pepper, cherry and spices. On the palate, the attack is rich, ample with brilliance. The flavours are both supple and refreshing, with a touch of chocolate. The finish reveals juicy and coated tannins.