COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Zinfandel, Petite Sirah
PRODUCER
Oak Ridge Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gnarled Vine Zinfandel is a red wine produced by Oak Ridge Winery in Lodi, California. The 2022 vintage is estate grown, meaning the grapes are sourced exclusively from the winery's own vineyards. Oak Ridge Winery, established in 1934, is the oldest continuously operating winery in Lodi. The Lodi appellation is recognized for its Zinfandel production, benefiting from a climate that supports full grape ripeness and balanced acidity. The 2022 harvest in Lodi experienced challenging weather, including frost and heatwaves, which led to concentrated fruit characteristics.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Oak Ridge Winery is Lodi's oldest continuously operating winery.
Fact 02
Estate grown means all grapes are from the winery's own vineyards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Gnarled Vine Zinfandel is produced using estate-grown fruit from Oak Ridge Winery's vineyards in Lodi. The winemaking process focuses on capturing the inherent fruit qualities of Zinfandel, likely through controlled fermentation. Aging typically involves a period in oak barrels, as seen with the 2020 vintage using a blend of French and American oak, which contributes to the wine's structure and flavor profile. The 2022 vintage's characteristics were shaped by the specific Lodi harvest conditions, which resulted in concentrated grape flavors.
