Introduction:
Dry Creek Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel is a bold and complex wine crafted from vines that average over 100 years old. This Old Vine Zinfandel opens with enchanting aromas of black cherry, spiced plum, and boysenberry pie, enhanced by subtle hints of white pepper, coriander, and toffee. The wine’s complexity deepens with layers of blackberry, dried cranberry, dark chocolate, espresso, and marzipan. Framed by notes of cedar and damp earth, it offers a concentrated core of dark fruit, well-structured tannins, and a rich, elegant finish.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Black cherry, spiced plum, boysenberry pie, white pepper, coriander, and toffee.
- Palate: Blackberry, dried cranberry, dark chocolate, espresso, marzipan, with subtle cedar and earthiness.
- Finish: A complex and elegant finish with well-structured tannins.
Winemaking Details:
- Grape Variety: 78% Zinfandel, 20% Petite Sirah, 1% Alicante Bouschet, 1% Carignane.
- Fermentation: 12-15 days in fermenters at 82-88°F, with pumping over twice daily.
- Barrel Aging: 14 months in French, Hungarian, and American oak, 28% new oak.
- Soil: Iron-rich, rocky, gravelly loam.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Pairings: Ideal with grilled meats, hearty pasta, or rich cheeses for a delightful meal.
