{"title":"Saldo Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnjoy our collection of Saldo wines at Luekens Wine \u0026amp; Spirits. \"Saldo translates to “I join” or “I weld.” The name speaks to the craftsmanship, precision, and care put into making complex wine that is simply enjoyable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SALDO we look to explore the unknown, reconsider the overlooked, and uncover what’s next in the world of wine. Our winemaking team is unafraid to explore uncharted territory and challenge preconceived notions of luxury to bring you high quality wines you didn’t see coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are known for our flagship Zinfandel, a wine that launched almost 20 years ago and helped reinvigorate an overlooked California varietal. Since then, we have launched a Red Blend, Chenin Blanc\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand Shiraz, staying off the beaten track of the more common varietals and instead bringing more unexpected offerings to help uncover what’s next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SALDO, the only thing better than creating our unexpected wines is sharing them with other curious and exploratory wine drinkers and we cannot wait to have you apart of our journey. \u003cstrong\u003e-Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saldo-zinfandel","title":"Saldo Zinfandel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eSaldo 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. Some of our carefully selected vineyards include Mattern, Aparicio, Teldeschi, Grist, Taylor, and Bismark Mountain Vineyard.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"I'm fascinated by the history of Zinfandel in California. The old vine vineyards and the generations of families dedicated to growing and preserving these historic vines makes Zinfandel a truly special variety.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Chrissy Wittmann, Winemaker\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDark ruby color with bold aromas of black licorice, black pepper, cherry, and baking spice. The entry is rich, full, and scintillating. The palate is mouthwatering and smooth with a hint of chocolate. The finish is voluptuous with soft, velvety tannins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBlend: 85% Zinfandel; 15% Blend of Petite Sirah and Syrah\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1. Southern Glazers Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"375ml","offer_id":46857383346398,"sku":"086003258020","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/05125454d736bc9ee6f917e626022b7a.png?v=1749082213"},{"product_id":"saldo-red-blend-7","title":"Saldo Red Blend","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAn expressive blend dominated by Petite Sirah–a key element in iconic SALDO Zinfandel. Rounded out by hints of Syrah and Grenache from the Central and North Coasts, this expressive wine bursts with intense blackberry, blueberry, and cherry. After fermentation on skins, the wine spends 12 months in French, American, and Hungarian barrels to gain full body and unforgettable notes of baking spice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBlend:\u003c\/em\u003e 51% Petite Sirah, 21% Grenache, 17% Syrah, 11% Mataro, Verdelho, \u0026amp; Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1. Southern Glazers Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857603285214,"sku":"086003258037","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/e59d6b1b7b613642bcf3a63b07458a2c.png?v=1749070258"},{"product_id":"saldo-zinfandel-7","title":"Saldo Zinfandel","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the rich and complex Saldo Zinfandel, crafted with precision and care. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged for 9 months in a blend of new American and French oak, this wine offers a captivating aroma of blackberries, dark chocolate, black pepper, cinnamon, coffee, and prunes. Enjoy its soft mouthfeel, bright acidity, and long, concentrated flavor that makes every sip memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1. Southern Glazers Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":46857603317982,"sku":"086003258006","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/files\/c7ebd61b474ce34fdb54001c27372544.jpg?v=1764878138"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8382\/7166\/collections\/Saldo_Wines.webp?v=1763054818","url":"https:\/\/luekensliquors.com\/collections\/saldo-wines.oembed","provider":"Luekens Wine \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}