OZV Rose of Primitivo 2018
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Subtle notes of rose petal and a bright strawberry aroma, with flavors of fresh grapefruit. The perfect brunch wine; pair with a cheese board of fresh fruits, salty and sweet granola, and a menagerie of tangy cheeses.
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Primitivo is said to carry the DNA of Zinfandel. OZV stands for “Old Zinfandel Vines,” which are the main focus of the Maggio and Reynolds families in Lodi, and this pretty-in-pink version represents their 30-year-old plantings. In this case, some Pinot Noir was added to make a decidedly bright and vivacious wine. Strawberry and tarragon—connected by a touch of white pepper and tomato leaf— precede a finish of pink grapefruit.
The flagship brand of Oak Ridge Winery, OZV “Old Zin Vines,” represents the literal and figurative roots of the Lodi appellation and the Maggio family. Crafted from estate vines with an average age of fifty years, these wines exude the unique character of the Lodi terroir and honor a long wine-growing heritage.
Originally built in 1934, Oak Ridge Winery operated for many years as a winemaking cooperative. The winery was purchased by Rudy Maggio, a third-generation winegrower in 2002 and his three daughters continue to oversee operations today. The Maggio family has called Lodi home for over 100 years and takes pride in their role as stewards of the land. All of their 2,500 acres of estate vineyards are farmed in accordance with LODI RULES, a third-party sustainability certification created for the Lodi Appellation that signifies a commitment to rigorous, scientifically-sound sustainable winegrowing.