Wine Information
Vineyards – Amador county appellation; average age of 45 year old head pruned vines
Grape – 100% Zinfandel
Aging- 15 months in oak; 23% new American Oak, 77% 2-3 year old French and American Oak
Price – $15
My Tasting Notes
Nose – dried cherries, chocolate, blackberry, raisin
Taste – raspberry puree, blackberry, fig, cherry, nutmeg
Mouthfeel – medium to full body, spicy with dry dusty tannins
Finish – long and spicy with a hint of espresso at the end
The 2005 Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel is a great expression of what Zinfandel in this price range can be. For $15 it shows lots of dark fruit and “raisiny” goodness without being overly jammy or extracted. Great spiciness through the whole palate and firm tannic structure help balance out the fruitiness of the wine. Although a great value Zin, it may be a bit much for an everyday drinker but would great with pizza, barbecue, or grilled foods.
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