2018 Saddleback Cellars Old Vines Zinfandel, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) 1973 Several lots underwent extended maceration

Several lots underwent extended maceration to soften the tannins

stone fruit characters

Best after 2025 with a long life beyond that

is also one of the standard-bearers of Grande Champagne (the blend was created in the 1920s and hasn’t changed)

and a delicate tobacco leaf note

2018 Saddleback Cellars Old Vines Zinfandel, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) 1973 Several lots underwent extended macerationWINEMAKER'S NOTES: Our 23rd vintage of Old Vine Zinfandel is a perfect example of the craftsmanship our winemaking team is capable of: beautifully balanced, fresh notes of black cardamom on the nose and a medium bodied palate with a gorgeous melange of bright Japanese plum and white pepper.