2022 Old Vine Zinfandel
Vol.
14.9
% Alcohol
ML.
750
ml
Type.
Red
wine
$
44.99
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Hailing from 67-year-old vines in Amador County, CA, this Old Vine Zinfandel wine exudes bold flavors of strawberry and cherry compote with subtle blueberry, followed by warm cedar and baking spice flavors. A dense, velvety body and a slight warmth at the finish. This is Cellar Beast's first vintage of Zinfandel, released initially to Wine Club in September 2024. Although the palate has a slight sweetness, there is no residual sugar content.
Food Pairings
blue cheese, dry aged beef or leaner cuts of beef, vegetables like turnips, spinach, portobella mushrooms, onion
blue cheese, dry aged beef or leaner cuts of beef, vegetables like turnips, spinach, portobella mushrooms, onion
Glassware
Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Serving Instructions
Open 30min prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature
Open 30min prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature
Shipping
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Difficulty Level
Fast-growing and easy to care for, this is a great choice for beginner aquascape enthusiasts. Does not require CO2 supplementation.
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About this wine
- Open 30min prior to serving. Serve Slightly Chilled.
- Medium Bodied Red Wine—This glass helps to emphasize rich fruit-forward character while nurturing the acidity in the wine. The wider bowl shape accentuates aromas
- Soft/Semi-Soft / Soft Ripened / Washed Rind
Recommended Food Pairings
Grilled or barbecued meats, like ribs and pulled pork with smoky notes and spicy/sweet barbecue sauce, compliment the wine's riper fruit notes and spice. A grilled sausage with fennel or sage would bring out the wine's peppery and herbaceous notes. An Italian food like baked ziti or pizza would pair well with the wine's acidity and fruitiness. Learn more about wine and pasta pairings in our recent blog post.
Special Notes About Old Vine Zinfandel Region/Varietal
Old Vine status is characterized by a vine greater than fifty years old. This Zinfandel from 67-year-old vines has some distinct advantages — it’s more textured and concentrated. Older vines give off fewer grapes, meaning the fruit that survives is fuller in flavor. The lower yield results in more sugar, tannin, acidity, and a fuller flavor profile in the wine. These older vines also have thicker root systems, so they can get nutrients and water from deep in the soil to make the wine fuller and show minerals or earthy elements from the vineyard if they're perfect. Mature vines are also less susceptible to environmental damage, which allows them to be higher quality vintage to vintage. Zinfandel from 67-year-old vines typically offers big, complex flavors and excellent harmony and structure, making it exciting and ageable.
Tasting Notes
With a garnet to deep ruby and a slight purple twinge at the edge, the aroma of stewed and ripe cranberries with a hint of anise and chocolate-covered mint. On the palate, strawberry and cherry compote, notes of blackberry, black cherry, and subtle blueberry, followed by warm cedar and baking spice flavors. A dense, velvety body and a slight warmth at the finish.
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