Sonoma County Old Vines Zinfandel 2022
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America / Sonoma County
The grapes in this “Old Vines” Zinfandel were planted 50 to more than 100 years ago. Many of these historic vines are planted on St. George rootstock and are head-pruned and dry-farmed, producing low yields of fruit with highly concentrated, intense flavors and aromas. The grapes are de-stemmed and crushed before cold-soaking for three days to extract optimal color and flavor. The fruit is inoculated with many yeast strains to build complexity, then fermented in separate lots using a combination of pump overs and delestage to soften tannins. Secondary malolactic fermentation occurs in French oak.The wine ages in barrel for sixteen months before final blending and bottling.
Double Gold Medal
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
2022 vintage
Harvest Note
The 2022 growing season started with earlyspring rains followed by ideal weather throughlate summer. Harvest began on August 15 withwhite and early ripening red varieties showingbright acidity and mouth-watering freshness.In September a period of triple digit heat over several days pushed maturity on the vines, until a few days of rain provided a refreshing break and gave the later-ripening fruit some extra hang time to develop deep rich color, remarkable aromatics and exquisite flavors.
Tasting Note
Vibrant and tempting, this wine shows off rich aromas of blackberry, blueberry and warm spices layered with flavors of black raspberry, cherry pie, dried fig and graham cracker. A touch of acidity accents the spicy notes of cinnamon, clove and white pepper that emergeon the finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 88% Zinfandel, 12% Petit Syrah
APPELLATION: Sonoma County
ABV: 14.8%
AGING: 16 months in French oak 20% new
Unique Selling Points
- A classic old vines Zinfandel—fruit comes from 50- to 100-year-old vines
- Dry-farmed, producing low yields with highly concentrated, intense flavors and aromas
- Vineyards in Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley
"This Zinfandel showcases the rich fruit flavors and spicy finish that come from the historic old vines grown throughout our region."
Katie Madigan, Winemaker
About the Grape
Zinfandel
Zinfandel shows ripe, sweet aromas and flavors of black fruits (plums, raisins, dates), with pepper, spice and chocolate notes.
