Not everyone is a fan of a full-bodied wine such as this Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel. However, in certain circumstances a wine such as this is needed to stand up to a hearty entrée without the wine being overwhelmed. In that situation, this is a wine you must try, especially if you enjoy a good Old Vine Zinfandel.
Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel
Renwood Winery was established in 1993 in the Amador Wine Region. They are located at the foothills of the Sierra Mountains, considered the Shenandoah Valley of Northern California. Rolling hills and the many mountain streams from the Sierra mountain range surround the winery and vineyard.
Through dedication to the craft of creating fine wine, they have consistently enjoyed high ratings by some of the most respected wine critics in the world. Renwood’s varietals include Zinfandels, Syrahs and Barberas, with a wide selection of dessert wines and some amazing vintage ports.
These are the winemaker’s notes about their Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel:
“When the world was young, the birds held a contest to select their king. The one to fly highest would wear the crown. They climbed until only the mighty eagle remained, except for the clever wren hidden in his plumage. When the eagle tired, the wren took flight, and upon his return was proclaimed king. To this day, the birds gather amongst the old vines to celebrate in the knowledge that ingenuity triumphs over strength.”
Renwood Winery has been and continues to be good stewards of the land in this beautiful Sierra foothills area. This is reflected in their commitment to environmentally friendly and sustainable farming practices.
With a newly renovated tasting room and facilities, it is a very charming place to visit for a wine tasting or to spend the afternoon picnicking with your favorite someone.
These are the winemaker’s notes about their Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel:
“Our Old Vine Zinfandel is brick red in color. The aromas are reminiscent of holiday spices, berry pie, and cedar. The flavor has ripe fruit with a background of nutmeg and mace. The tannins are moderate and ripe. Aging in American Oak lends a note of vanilla and a hint of coffee bean to round out the mélange of flavors.”
You can find this very reasonably priced wine at wine.com, totalwine.com, Cost Plus/World Market, bevmo.com, or any good wine purveyor.
I’ve had this Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel in my wine chiller for a while and finally brought it out to have with my lasagna and salad. It was a great addition to our dinner.
When you purchase this Renwood Old Vine Zinfandel, I would love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy.
Time for a glass…
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