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Cellar Beast Old Vine Zinfandel 2022
Points: 98 | Amador County | Limited Vintage
Vol.
14.9
%
ML.
ml
Type.
Red
Regular Price
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44.99
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95 points | 65 Year Old Vines
This Zinfandel, crafted from old vines in Amador County, delivers rich, concentrated flavors with layers of strawberry compote and ripe blackberry. Aged in French oak for 15 months, it offers a velvety texture, warm spice, and a dry, structured finish—ideal for collectors and bold wine lovers.
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About this Wine
ABV: 14.9
ML: 750
AVA: Amador County, California
Oaking/Aging: 15 months in neutral French oak
Awards/Reviews: Double Gold - 95 Points at the 2025 American Fine Wine Competition
Why You'll Love this Wine
Rich, Bold Flavors – Layers of strawberry and cherry compote, ripe blackberry, and subtle blueberry, with warm cedar and baking spice.
Heritage Vines – Sourced from 67-year-old, delivering concentrated flavors and complexity.
Collector’s Favorite – A limited-edition Double-Gold awarded release, perfect for bold red wine enthusiasts.
Curious about how Zinfandel is connected to Primitivo? Discover the deep-rooted connection here.
Recommended Food Pairings
Grilled or Barbecued Meats – The wine’s riper fruit notes complement the smoky richness of ribs, pulled pork, or BBQ chicken.
Grilled Sausage – The peppery, herbaceous notes of the sausage highlight the Zinfandel’s spice.
Baked Ziti & Italian Dishes – The wine’s acidity and fruit-forward nature balance rich tomato sauces and melted cheeses.
Want to explore more perfect wine pairings? Check out our Ultimate Wine & Pasta Pairing Guide.
Winemakers Notes
Winemaker: Mark Pagliaro
Winemaker's Notes: A historic variety that helped shape the American wine industry, Old Vine Zinfandel was a must-have for our winemaking team. This vintage is a true showcase of Amador County’s terroir, where mountains of ripe fruit expression and a dense palate structure come together in perfect harmony. As this wine aged gracefully in French oak, the fruit melded beautifully with earthy and spicy elements, resulting in a Zinfandel with exceptional depth, balance, and longevity.
Product Description
Tasting Notes
About This Wine
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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
We offer country-wide shipping.
Difficulty Level
Fast-growing and easy to care for, this is a great choice for beginner aquascape enthusiasts. Does not require CO2 supplementation.
Return & Exchange
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Special Notes About 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.
Learn how Zinfandel is historically linked to Primitivo in our in-depth varietal comparison.
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