Old Vine Red Lot #38

Over the past 28 years, we have made 39 different Lots of Old Vine Red. For you Old Vine buffs, the first one was actually just called Old Vine Red. When my dad made the second “batch,” he needed a way to differentiate between the two so he named the second release Lot Number 1. Over the years we have developed quite a reputation for, amongst other things, a very high level of consistency. There are always subtle changes between Lots but overall, the flavor profile is very similar. The direction I’m going here is that I am frankly running out of new words and phrases to describe Old Vine Red.

For you consumers out there who are new to Old Vine Red, it is a proprietary red wine that is round, smooth, somewhat “Zinfandel-like,” and noted for its balance, approachability, and consistency. For you Old Vine Red veterans, Old Vine Red Lot 38 differs from Lot 37 in that there is a slightly higher percentage of Zinfandel in 38 which always adds to the dense juicy blackberry flavors.

The best way that I can describe this wine is that it is my dad’s favorite wine to make and on the whole what he drinks most. It is a versatile, everyday, bottle of wine that we are very happy that many people out there seem to like -otherwise my dad would have a lot of drinking to do.

Color: Dark ruby purple

Aroma: Ripe blackberries, earthy spice, black pepper, and subtle hints of oak.

Palate: Dense, lush round and mouth filling with thick fruit flavors.

Aging: Best within 1-3 years.