About the Wine: It is commonly accepted that the best Zinfandels come from older vines and thus the designation "Old Vine" has become a mark, or at least a claim, of quality among Zinfandel makers. There is not really an official definition of what constitutes an "old vine" so the label does not really mean much. The designation also serves to distance traditional Zinfandel from the more popular but less esteemed blush version, White Zinfandel.
About THIS Wine: It is very light in the glass, more the color one would expect from a Pinot Noir than from a Zinfandel. The nose smells of oak, leather and tobacco. Those flavors are mild on the palate (this is more pleasant than it sounds) and the finish is all but nonexistent. For all the mildness, it is fairly tannic.
Drinking This Wine: The mild flavor and heavy tannins make it a good food wine. It would pair well with smoked salmon.
Overall Impression: While not a bad wine this is also not impressive in any way. For fifteen dollars I expect to be impressed. This wine is good but overpriced.
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