Mike Tommasi wrote:

> The name Zinfandel may be a synonym of Primitivo - and officially
> recognized by USA and EU - but its usage is definitely tied to a place,
> to the rich history and culture of wine in America. As an Italian I
> would never buy a wine from Puglia labelled Zinfandel.

Just as I don't buy California wines labeled Primitivo. A Zin is a Zin
and a Primitivo is what it is.