0 a dry red wine made in California, or the grapes that it comes from --
1 a dry, red wine made in California, or the grapes that it comes from --
Zinfandel's thin-skinned grapes grow in large, tight bunches that are sometimes prone to bunch rot.
Estate grown grapes include zinfandel and petit syrah.
Zinfandel is often praised for its ability to reflect both its "terroir" and its winemaker's style and skill.