Cline 2017 Zinfandel, Ancient Vines, Contra Costa
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Cline 2017 Zinfandel, Ancient Vines, Contra Costa
Zin from historic vines, some over 100 years old!
Quick Taste
- 91 Points
- Old Vin Zinfandel
- Historic vines some over 100 years old
- Intense, concentrated flavors
About Cline 2017 Zinfandel, Ancient Vines, Contra Costa
Here's a wine that the family-owned Cline Cellars is famous for. Ancient Vines Zinfandel draws primarily from a wide selection of the oldest, most historic and shyest-bearing Zinfandel blocks in Contra Costa County. These grapes were planted by Italian and Portuguese immigrants in the sandy, phylloxera-resistant soils of Oakley, California more than 100 years ago. These ancient, dry-farmed vineyards consistently produce fruit of stunning concentration and are the result of sensitive farming practices and the singular Oakley terroir. There's a unique cooling band of air that flows from the San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers.
Tasting Panel Magazine scored this 91 points saying "Floral and lush with pretty, spicy favors; aromatic, dense, and long, this expression hails from a consistently value-priced winery."
The lots are all hand-selected and the grapes underwent near total de-stemming and a very gentle crushing to ensure a large percentage of whole berries in the must - contributing to the explosive fruit character of the wine. Fermentation took place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks at the optimum temperature to extract rich flavors and provide excellent color. 97% Zinfandel, 3% Carignane. The wines were aged in American oak cooperage for 7 months, approximately 35% new oak.
Tasting Panel Magazine scored this 91 points saying "Floral and lush with pretty, spicy favors; aromatic, dense, and long, this expression hails from a consistently value-priced winery."
Wine Details
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country France
- Region California
- Appellation Central Coast
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