Stellina Old Vine Zinfandel

Part of my expansion into the old school Lodi Zin's. On pour, I can immediately tell it's pretty heavily bricking. And sure enough, it's got those raisin notes, no fresh fruit and comes across almost like an Amarone but without the sweet end. A surprising acidity finishes it off - I didn't see that coming. Wine is made by the Colarossi family who also are behind the Lodi Native brand, which is a very nice modern take on Lodi Zin. …

Classic Lodi Zinfandel with a touch of blackberry jam, black tea, black pepper and sweet oak. Nicely acid balanced, tannins are soft and structural, and the finish has good berry and spice flavors without cloying sweetness. Nice