Angeleno Wine Company
Old Vine Zinfandel
Clements Hills, Central Valley, California, USA
Angeleno Wine Company – Old-Vine Zinfandel, Süss Vineyard 2019
Clement Hills AVA, Lodi, California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
This Zinfandel hails from organically farmed, century-old vines in Lodi’s Clement Hills AVA, a historic stronghold for California Zin. Angeleno keeps their natural winemaking philosophy at the forefront, allowing the terroir and vine age to speak with depth and authenticity.
Aromas & Flavors
Bold blackberry, boysenberry, and dried cranberry dominate the nose, wrapped in baking spice, clove, and a touch of smoke. On the palate, the fruit richness carries through with black plum, dark cherry, and mocha notes, lifted by savory spice and a faint earthy minerality.
Mouthfeel
Velvety, lush, and generous, with polished tannins and a structure that balances fruit power with elegance. A long, spice-laden finish rounds it off.
Winemaking Notes
• Vine age: ~100 years old, organically farmed.
• Fermentation: 100% whole-cluster, maximizing texture and aromatic lift.
• Aging: ~32 months in oak barrels.
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered, staying true to minimal-intervention style.
Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, or smoky BBQ. Also shines with aged cheeses like Manchego or cheddar.
Verdict
A deep, terroir-driven Zinfandel with character, structure, and generosity. Proof that old-vine Zin can be both bold and refined.
Personal Pick Highlight
The 2019 vintage shows why this vineyard is special—ultra-limited, rooted in heritage, and expressive of place. A bottle that always sparks conversation at the table.
Angeleno Wine Company – Old-Vine Zinfandel, Süss Vineyard 2019
Clement Hills AVA, Lodi, California – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
This Zinfandel hails from organically farmed, century-old vines in Lodi’s Clement Hills AVA, a historic stronghold for California Zin. Angeleno keeps their natural winemaking philosophy at the forefront, allowing the terroir and vine age to speak with depth and authenticity.
Aromas & Flavors
Bold blackberry, boysenberry, and dried cranberry dominate the nose, wrapped in baking spice, clove, and a touch of smoke. On the palate, the fruit richness carries through with black plum, dark cherry, and mocha notes, lifted by savory spice and a faint earthy minerality.
Mouthfeel
Velvety, lush, and generous, with polished tannins and a structure that balances fruit power with elegance. A long, spice-laden finish rounds it off.
Winemaking Notes
• Vine age: ~100 years old, organically farmed.
• Fermentation: 100% whole-cluster, maximizing texture and aromatic lift.
• Aging: ~32 months in oak barrels.
• Bottled unfined and unfiltered, staying true to minimal-intervention style.
Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, or smoky BBQ. Also shines with aged cheeses like Manchego or cheddar.
Verdict
A deep, terroir-driven Zinfandel with character, structure, and generosity. Proof that old-vine Zin can be both bold and refined.
Personal Pick Highlight
The 2019 vintage shows why this vineyard is special—ultra-limited, rooted in heritage, and expressive of place. A bottle that always sparks conversation at the table.