What to pair with Saldo wine?

A robust, juicy Californian red wine made from the state’s iconic Zinfandel grape. Pair with grilled meats and gourmet burgers. Zinfandel food pairings: grilled lamb chops, slow-braised beef brisket, sausage casserole.

Who makes Saldo wine?

The Prisoner Wine Company
The Prisoner Wine Company acquires grapes from more than 100 vineyards throughout California’s premier grape-growing regions, partnering with phenomenal growers who are dedicated to cultivating unique varieties.

Is Saldo Zinfandel sweet or dry?

Dry; soft, velvety tannins; low acidity. Some toasty oak from aging in a combination of French and American oak, 25% new. Blend of 85% zinfandel, 15% blend of petite sirah and syrah. Grapes come from Dry Creek, Lodi, Amador vineyards—and from “here and there.” “Saldo” means “here and there” in Latin.

Who makes Saldo Zinfandel?

“As the #1 Super-Luxury Zinfandel on the market, and the second most popular wine in The Prisoner Wine Company’s portfolio, Saldo has contributed to double-digit growth year over year since 2017,” says Bukky Ekundayo, General Manager of The Prisoner Wine Company.

What does Merlot pair with?

Dishes that go particularly well with Merlot are:

• Beef, particularly grilled or roast beef and filet mignon.
• Blue cheese, Cheddar cheese, Gorgonzola.
• Chicken, particularly grilled or roast chicken.
• Berries and Fruit, particularly red fruit sauces.
• Garlic.
• Mushrooms.
• Lamb.
• Pork, especially roast pork and pork loin.

What type of wine goes best with pizza?

10 best wines with pizza

• Pinot Noir.
• Chardonnay.
• Sauvignon Blanc.
• Lambrusco.
• Chianti.
• Beaujolais Cru. Pizza Suggestions: Mushroom, potato, or veggie.
• Riesling. Pizza Suggestions: Pineapple or dessert Pizzas.
• Syrah. Pizza Suggestions: Anything with vegetarian or vegan ”meats”

Why is it called the Prisoner Wine Company?

The Prisoner Wine Company is named after the flagship wine that founding winemaker Dave Phinney originally produced with his inaugural release from 2000, a mere 385 cases. He wasn’t satisfied with the quality of the wine, so Dave sold that vintage on the bulk market (Orin Swift is now owned by E & J Gallo Winery).

Where is Saldo wine made?

The Vineyards Saldo sources grapes from California’s finest and most renowned Zinfandel regions and American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), including Dry Creek, Sierra Foothills, Sonoma Valley, The Talmage Bench in Mendocino, Lodi, and the Moon Mountain District of Sonoma County.

Is Prisoner wine made by Orin Swift?

Orin Swift’s winemaker, Dave Phinney, made the first Prisoner wine in 2000 with a 385 case production. The Prisoner Wine Company was then bought by Constellation in 2016 for $285 million and case production increased to 165,000.

Is the prisoner a Zinfandel?

This blend is an Made with an innovative blend of Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, along with Petite Sirah, Syrah and Charbono, the Prisoner features a diverse combination of dark grapes that creates a distinct quality and character unique to this wine.

Why is Merlot considered bad?

There’s nothing inherently bad about Merlot. When it’s mass-produced, it can create a very forgettable wine, and a few mass-producers have done some work to ruin the reputation of an otherwise very noble grape. Interestingly, in the US a wine only has to be 75% Merlot to say Merlot on the label.

What is the best way to drink Merlot?

While most of us have been told to serve red wine like Merlot at room temperature, it’s best to serve it a bit cooler, around 60-65 degrees Fahrenheit. If you serve wine that’s too warm, you can end up with a flabby, soupy, and bitter drink that tastes overly alcoholic.