2020 Andis Original Grandpere Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel Reserve

Combine the talents of Philippe Melka with the oldest Zinfandel vineyard in the world (and ungrafted, of course: truly pre-phylloxera) and this incredible wine is what you get.

The winery says:

Planted in 1869, the Original Grandpère Vineyard is the oldest documented Zinfandel vineyard in America. Farmed by only four families over its 150-year history, the vineyard produces a very small amount of fruit each year, and every ton is prized by winemakers. Andis is one of only four wineries fortunate enough to get fruit from this vineyard.

Richness and ripeness show off great fruit flavors in this full-bodied but fresh and vibrant wine from a historic vineyard. Moderate tannins frame the exuberant raspberry and blackberry flavors nicely and blend with good acidity for a very good balance.