2022 Zinfandel Old Vine
Tasting notes
The Old Vine Zinfandel is a tribute to the farmers who maintained these vineyards for many years, even up to a century. It is made from various vineyards in the Sierra Foothills AVA area and produces a refined red wine that resembles the original Zinfandel wine before it became overly sweet. This wine is well-balanced, with multiple layers and a smooth texture that offers a refreshing taste of blackberry and raspberry flavors, complemented by a sharp acidity and fine-grained tannins.
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| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | Zinfandel |
| Varietal Composition | 90% Zinfandel
Andis Estate, Old Massoni Ranch
Renwood Ranch, Di Stasio,
Esola Vineyard
5% Barbera & 5% Petite Sirah
Andis Estate |
| Appellation | Sierra Foothills |
| Harvest Date | From September 4 to October 5 |
| Sugar | Dry |
| PH | 3.75 |
| Aging | 14 months in barrels, 25% New French Oak barrels |
| Residual Sugar | 1.2 g/L |
| Alcohol | 14.60% |
| Wine Style | Dry Zinfandel |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 2209 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | California |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
90 pts Wine Enthusiast v.21
This big, full-bodied Zin offers a mouthful of chewy tannins that feel purposeful and balanced because of the excellent fruit concentration and well-integrated oak character. Its engaging aromas and flavors recall blackberry, black cherry, black plum, chocolate, star anise and tobacco. Pair this with a juicy burger. (Veggie and vegan burgs will work too!) — Stacy BriscoeThis big, full-bodied Zin offers a mouthful of chewy tannins that feel purposeful and balanced because of the excellent fruit concentration and well-integrated oak character. Its engaging aromas and flavors recall blackberry, black cherry, black plum, chocolate, star anise and tobacco. Pair this with a juicy burger. (Veggie and vegan burgs will work too!) — Stacy Briscoe
90 pts Wine Spectator v.21
A briar patch of a wine, with brambly wild berry, roasted sage and cracked pepper flavors that finish with zesty tannins. Drink now through 2030. 2,000 cases made. –TF
