Region: |
West Lodi |
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Locations: |
17303 N. DeVries Rd.
Lodi, CA
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Phone: |
(209) 367-0467 |
| Winemaker: |
Chuck Spenker |
Tasting Room: |
N/A |
Days/Hours: |
Sat & Sun 12:00 to 4:00
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Parking: |
Large |
Picnic Facilities: |
N/A
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Red Wines: |
Zinfandel |
White Wines: |
None |
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The Winery:
The vineyards for Spenker were established in 1902 by the current owner’s Grandfather, Fritz Spenker.. What followed was a family affair that has lasted over a century with this generation adding a new twist, making wine from the estate grapes. The winery building is a modern commercial building surrounded by Zinfandel Vineyards.
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The Vineyards:
The first Zinfandel was planted in 1902 and the family continues to graft that same clone to their vineyards today. There are sixty acres of Zins that are from fourteen to fifty years old.
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The Wines:
The winery specializes in the grape the region is best known for, Zinfandel. Theis wines are smooth, fruit forward and are made to be enjoyed with food. |
The Winemaker:
The estate owners Betty Ann and Chuck Spenker, are the vineyard managers and winemakers at Spenker Winery.
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