St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel 2013

Rating90

Price19.95

Vintage2013

VarietalZinfandel

AppellationSonoma County

WinerySt. Francis Winery and Vineyards

Alcohol15.20%

Production51,000 cases

Bottle Size750 ml

CategoryRed Wine

Aging Program16 months in 100% French oak

Oak OriginFrench

Blend86% Zinfandel, 7% Petite Sirah, 6% Mixed Blacks, 1% Mourvedre

The St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel 2013 is a red wine of surpassing flavor and quality. The “Old Vines” hail from Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, and Alexander Valley. The vines range in age from 55 to more than 100 years old and produce low yields of intensely flavorful grapes. The resulting Zinfandel brims with aromas of boysenberry, clove, and cinnamon. Flavors of mixed berries, red licorice, tobacco leaf, and mulling spices abound on the long, luxurious finish. This wine has excellent structure and a concentrated flavor.

Taste SummaryBerry, Cinnamon, Cloves, Licorice, Tobacco

Wine QualitiesFull-bodied, Rich