Old Vine Zinfandel, Predator, Lodi 2022
Country
United States
Region
Napa Valley
Producer
Predator Wines
Grape(s)
Zinfandel (90%)
Ruby Cabernet (10%)
Type
Red
Style
Robust
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
15%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The fog influenced Napa Valley is home to many of California’s premium wineries. This famous valley around the natural springs of Oakville, includes the thin strip of soil known as the Rutherford Bench where some of the state’s most highly prized vineyards are planted. It is where great Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay are grown and sublime Pinot Noirs from the southern Carneros end of the valley.
Producer
Wines crafted for rich and deep fruit flavors along with distinctive oak character. Lodi, a Central Valley appellation, is known for its legendary "Old Vine" Zinfandels. Situated between the Sierra Foothills and the San Francisco Bay Delta, Lodi benefits from cool afternoon and evening breezes, creating ideal growing conditions for its world-renowned Zinfandel. The wines are made with a sustainable approach of ‘Natural Predation’ as an eco-friendly way to control harmful critters with insect predators such as Ladybugs and Mites to help ensure the health and vitality of the land.
Tasting Notes
This is a wonderfully rich and complex Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. The nose is complex and layered, with notes of black cherry, cassis, bitter chocolate and spice. The palate is soft with ripe tannins and intense black fruit aromas which combine with spicy and herbaceous flavours which linger on the finish.
Food
Serve alongside spicy beef stew or a steak.
