At the table with Old Vine Zinfandel 2023
Wood-fired pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, glazed pork ribs, osso buco, roast lamb with herbs, grilled rib of beef.
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Old Vine Zinfandel 2023Bogle
This cuvée from the Bogle family, based in Clarksburg, blends grapes from old Zinfandel vines planted in Lodi and Amador County, two historic homes of the variety in California. Lodi enjoys hot days cooled by Delta breezes, while Amador, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, offers granite soils and cooler nights that preserve the balance of the grapes.
The heart of the blend comes from 60- to 80-year-old vines, bush-trained and harvested by hand. After fermentation, the wine is aged for fourteen months in two-year-old American oak barrels, an extended ageing that refines the texture, brings toasty and spicy nuances and lets the density of the fruit shine through.
This wine reveals notes of raspberry, cranberry, blackcurrant, sour cherry, blackberry, black pepper, juniper, sage, thyme and toasted coconut. The palate is rich and velvety, supported by well-integrated acidity that adds drive, and stretches out into a round, warm, spicy finish.
Where are we traveling?
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While all 50 American states produce wine, California alone accounts for around 85% of the country's output, making the state the world's 4th-largest producer behind Italy, France and Spain. The climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean, which at this latitude is a cold ocean. Wine regions close to the Pacific have an oceanic climate that becomes Mediterranean the further inland you go, and more continental near the Sierra Nevada. Bays and openings to the sea, such as San Pablo Bay, act as thermal regulators for viticulture, particularly in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
The sub-region: Lodi
The Lodi wine area lies directly east of San Francisco Bay. Although it is quite far from the coast (the Pacific is 115 km to the west), Lodi enjoys a Mediterranean climate that is milder than you might expect for an inland location. This is due to the many rivers that cross the region and the creeks, estuaries and bays into which they flow. The parts of the region closer to the ocean are noticeably cooler, although most of Lodi enjoys warm days and lends itself to producing reds with concentrated flavour.
The little history of the country
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In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...).
In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public.
Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.
All about Old Vine Zinfandel 2023
At what temperature should Old Vine Zinfandel 2023 be served?
Between 16 and 18 °C. An hour in a decanter helps it open up.
How long can Old Vine Zinfandel 2023 be kept?
Ageing potential: 1 to 5 years, until around 2028. Store the bottle lying down, away from light, at around 12 °C.
Which grapes make up Old Vine Zinfandel 2023?
Grapes: 100% Zinfandel. Origin: California, United States. Alcohol: 14.5%.
What to serve with Old Vine Zinfandel 2023?
Old Vine Zinfandel 2023 pairs well with lamb, beef and white meat. Our dish ideas are in the food pairing box at the top of the page.