SEGHESIO Old Vine Zinfandel 2012
SEGHESIO Old Vine Zinfandel 2012. This wine is one of their classics made from their vines found in Dry Creek and Alexander Valley. The vines of these vineyards are a minimum of fifty years, though the average age of their older vines is seventy years. The age of the vines are not only a pretty sight to see in the vineyards, but older vines only grow a limited amount of fruit. Fruit of these older vines are more complex and in tune with the terroir and soil of the vineyard, which makes for many unique layers in a wine other than fruit notes.
The Seghesio 2012 Old Vine Zinfandel is savory, slightly sweet and spicy. On the nose, there are notes of plum and fresh, juicy blackberries and bell peppers. The first sip is satisfying with flavors of fresh and ripe berries, plum, blueberries and a finish of anise and Christmas spice. This is a great summer red and Zinfandel does not get more All-American than this. Be sure to have this on hand for all the great barbecues in your future.