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Uncorking Zinfandel: California’s Heritage in the Glass - 06 November 2025

Uncorking Zinfandel: California’s Heritage in the Glass - 06 November 2025

60,00 €Price
Event date: Thursday, 06 November 2025
Event times: 18:30 - 20:30
Guest speaker: Rienne Bilz, Sommelier & Luxury Brand Ambassador
Language: English
Venue: GLS Campus, Kastanienallee 82, 10435 Berlin
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  • Uncorking Zinfandel

    Join us for an immersive masterclass exploring the complex story of Zinfandel, California’s iconic and sometimes misunderstood grape. Led by American Sommelier and California Wine Ambassador Rienne Bilz, this tasting takes participants through the full spectrum of Zinfandel’s evolution—from its historic roots and golden era to today’s age-worthy legends and approachable styles.

     

    Discover the grape’s surprising origins and how it became embedded in American wine culture: from the pink-hued popularity of White Zinfandel to the renaissance of old-vine plantings now celebrated for powerful, characterful reds. The session will delve into its journey across California’s wine regions, exploring the impact of terroir, winemaking philosophies, and changing consumer tastes.

     

    Rienne Bilz, with years of experience across major wine-growing regions and a gift for bringing stories alive in the glass, will guide guests through an exciting selection of wines.

     

    Wines

    NV, Barefoot White Zinfandel, California
    2021, Hahn Family Wines 'Boneshaker' Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi
    2022, Ravenswood Winery Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi
    1994, Ravenswood Winery Monte Rosso Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley
    2017, Louis M. Martini Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley
    2021, Orin Swift 8 Years In The Desert, Napa Valley
    2020, Rombauer Vineyards Zinfandel, Napa Valley

     

    We look forward to seeing you!


     

    Terms and conditions

    • Once payment has been processed your booking is confirmed.
    • Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
    • Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable but can be transferred to another participant up to 2 days before the event.
    • If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
    • Berlin Wine School reserves the right to cancel the event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
    • Please note: The wine list and speaker/s may be subject to change.
    • Participants must be over the legal minimum age for the retail purchase of alcoholic beverages in Germany to attend this event.
    • For payment by bank transfer contact us directly at info@berlinwineschool.com

     

    * images © Rienne Bilz

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