Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel 2021 Sauternes

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel 2021 SauternesWinery Background and History Gnarly Head Wines, established in 2004, is a California based winery renowned for producing bold and expressive wines. The brands name and ethos are inspired by the gnarled, head trained vines of Lodi, some of which are over 80 years old. These ancient vines yield small, intensely flavored grapes, resulting in wines with concentrated character. Gnarly Head is a part of the Delicato Family Wines portfolio, a family owned

each grape variety is vinified separately

Ruffino has been a significant figure in Tuscan winemaking for over 140 years

Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures to preserve the varietal aromas and flavors

The wine undergoes partial malolactic fermentation to enhance texture and mouthfeel

providing excellent drainage and contributing to the complexity and structure of the wines

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detailed aftertaste

• Wine Advocate: 96+ Points

The 2015 “Art Series” Cabernet Sauvignon presents a concentrated dark fruit spectrum with an abundance of ripe blackcurrants

chalky soils with little lime

perfumy feel

the grapes are fermented with the addition of grape spirit to halt fermentation and preserve natural sugars