Old Vine Lodi Zinfandel

Blend of 90% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah, 1% Rubired (a crossing of Portugal's Tinto Cao & Alicante Ganzin. Deep Ruby, purple hues, aromas of berry fruits and spicy notes. On the palate flavors of cherry and plum with black pepper spice. Medium finish, firm tannins ending with fruit and spice. Drink now no aging benefit.

Heavy, sweet Zin without being cloying. Great value for the price. 2017 vintage

Enjoyable hearty red zin

I wasn’t a Zin fan until I discovered the Lodi region. This is my favorite. Very smooth and drinkable. A strong cherry finish.

Medium ruby color.
Aromas of strawberry, cherry.
Dry. Flavors of cherry, strawberry, spice.
Lighter than your typical Zin, but pleasant.

Re buy

Solid wine. Smooth start with an interesting finish. Hints of black cherry, pencil shavings and cedar. $20

Medium-deep ruby color.
Aromas of black cherry, clove.
Dry. Flavors of cassis, baked black cherry, clove, licorice. Moderate, velvety tannins. Richly flavored!

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 5/5

2019. Well worthy of another bottle. Reminds one of the old Campus Oaks.

Pretty yummy