
Pourtal's Sommelier Rachel Bryan put together an interesting mix. It's heavy on the Zinfandel with five California Zins included. Dashe, Ridge, Quivira, Four Vines and Turley are the representatives from the Golden State. Two Italian Primitivos - from Guttarolo and Vigneti Reale - and a Croation Plavac Mali from Dingac Peljesac round out the world tour. Bryan explains why Zin's roots are mysterious: "Some say California Zinfandel came from the Croatian grape, Plavac Mali, stopping by Italy, where they call it Primitivo. All wine grapes have roots from Western Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, however their exact origins are sometimes unknown, disputed, or have been genetically proven. Zinfandel's origins have been the subject of dispute since the 1800’s."
All three grapes in this Tasting Tour are said to be related. Whether or not they are, the similarities are undeniable and worth experiencing.
Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar
104 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.393.7693
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