COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Zinfandel, Petite Sirah
PRODUCER
Delicato Family Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Three Finger Jack Old Vine Zinfandel is inspired by the legendary gold-seeking outlaw who roamed the rugged Sierra Nevada foothills during the mid-1800s. Crafted by Delicato Family Wines, a historic fourth-generation family-owned winery established in 1924, this wine pays homage to California's pioneering spirit. The grapes are sourced from select old-vine vineyards in the Lodi AVA, where well-draining, stony soils naturally restrict vine yields, resulting in highly concentrated fruit. Lodi's Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm days and cooling delta breezes, allows these historic vines—some of which are over a century old—to develop exceptional depth and character while retaining balanced natural acidity.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after Three Finger Jack, a legendary outlaw who roamed the Sierra Nevada foothills during the 1850s Gold Rush.
Fact 02
Sourced from old-vine parcels in Lodi, with some vines dating back to 1888.
Fact 03
Delicato Family Wines, the producer, was founded in 1924 and is a fourth-generation family-owned winery.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Old Vine Zinfandel focuses on preserving the vibrant fruit character of the historic Lodi vines. Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes are carefully destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This cool fermentation approach is designed to gently extract color and flavor while avoiding harsh, bitter seed tannins. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 to 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, which integrates the structure and adds subtle complexity before final blending and bottling.