Rock lobsters are more commonly known as “Spiny lobsters.” Dozens of species of Rock lobsters can be found across the world, typically inhabiting warmer waters such as the Gulf of California or the Chatham Islands near New Zealand. They dwell in rock crevices or coral reefs in these waters, emerging at night to dine on sea urchins, clams, and even crabs.
There are about 60 species of Rock lobster, including the Palinurellus gundlachi (Caribbean Furry lobster), the Palibythus magnificus (Musical Furry lobster) and the Sagmariasus verreauxi (Australian crayfish).
Rock lobsters are more like crayfish than they are genuine lobsters. They share the hard carapace (the upper section of an exoskeleton), but that is where the similarities end. Unlike true lobsters, Rock lobsters possess spinier antenna, lack distinctive claws on their walking legs, and experience a unique larval phase. This phase is known as phyllosoma, and is marked by a lengthy planktonic life.
Rock lobsters are social creatures. They migrate together in long lines (up to 50 lobsters strong!) across the seabed. In addition to strength in numbers, Rock lobsters avoid predators by emitting an unpleasant and loud screeching sound created by friction against their plectrums. Rock lobsters molt seasonally and mate by -
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2012 Rock Lobster Old Vine Zinfandel, Lodi 750ml 6-Pack
Like a ground breaking song, this Old Vine Zinfandel stands the test of time. A Number 1 Hit Grown near California’s Gold Country. Usher in a New Wave of jammy, juicy mouth fulls that pack all the classic characteristics of Zinfandel as it was meant to be! So, Dance this Wine Around and enjoy! What everyone loves about Rock Lobster, is that its great either on its own or with any hearty meal! Maybe even a big slice of Quiche Lorraine!
Aromas of dark alluring fruits fill the air, the palate has soft tannins with rich layers of delicious black berries, raspberries and blueberry’s with soft hints of vanilla and integrated earth tones. The finish is long and lingering with nice blueberry overtones. The wine has soft tannins, good acidic structure making it an outstanding example of an Old Vine Zinfandel.
There are a few great production areas for Zinfandel in California: Sonoma, Paso Robles, the Sierra Foothills, and Lodi. Lodi was the first production region in California to commercially produce Zinfandel, and because of this there is more acreage of old vine Zinfandel than in the rest of California combined. Zinfandel flourishes in Lodi, with its deep and fertile soils, warm days and cool nights. The grapes mature with an intensity of ripe flavors that cannot be duplicated anywhere else. To create the wine style that is Rock Lobster, we work closely with only a select few growers, who care about what happens in the vineyard as much we care about the wine that goes in the bottle.
The grapes are selected from vineyards with an average age of more than 50 years. This ensures us ripe, rich and concentrated fruit, while still giving attention to a balanced level of acidity. 45-55% of the wine spends time in both American and French oak the balance of the wine is kept in stainless steel thus creating a rich luscious balanced Old Vine Zinfandel.
The grapes are selected from vineyards with an average age of more than 50 years. This ensures us ripe, rich and concentrated fruit, while still giving attention to a balanced level of acidity. 45-55% of the wine spends time in both American and French oak the balance of the wine is kept in stainless steel thus creating a rich luscious balanced Old Vine Zinfandel.
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